Philippine DICT Warns Roblox Over Child Safety and Extremism Risks

The Philippine Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has officially warned Roblox regarding child safety concerns, including sexual predation and extremist indoctrination on the platform. These issues have raised alarms because Roblox's 380 million monthly users include many minors vulnerable to grooming and radicalization, prompting potential restrictions if safety improvements are not made. The DICT's actions highlight rising scrutiny of digital platforms' roles in protecting children, signaling possible regulatory measures ahead for Roblox and similar services in the Philippines.