Roblox’s AI-Powered Age Verification Is a Complete Mess

WIREDTuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:54:50 PM
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Roblox’s AI-Powered Age Verification Is a Complete Mess
  • Roblox's new AI-powered age verification system has faced significant criticism for misidentifying users, leading to children being classified as adults and vice versa. This flawed system has raised alarms about the platform's ability to protect its young audience from potential online dangers.
  • The implications of this development are profound for Roblox, as it not only undermines user trust but also exposes the company to legal challenges, such as lawsuits from families alleging that their children encountered predators on the platform.
  • This situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding child safety in online gaming environments, where the effectiveness of age verification measures is increasingly scrutinized. The backlash against Roblox's system reflects broader societal debates about the responsibilities of digital platforms in safeguarding vulnerable users.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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Roblox's new age verification system has been criticized as ineffective, raising concerns about its ability to protect young users from online predators. The system, which requires users to verify their age through facial recognition, has been described as a 'trainwreck' amid ongoing scrutiny of the platform's child safety measures.

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