South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced a formal investigation into Roblox Corporation, issuing a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) to determine if the popular gaming platform is violating state consumer protection laws. The investigation centers on whether Roblox is deceiving parents regarding the safety of its platform, which markets itself as the number one gaming site for kids and teens.
The move comes as concerns mount over the dangers lurking within the platform’s digital ecosystem. Attorney General Wilson’s office is probing whether Roblox has engaged in unfair or deceptive practices under the South Carolina Unfair Trade Practices Act (SCUTPA).
“Roblox markets itself as the #1 gaming site for kids and teens,” Wilson stated. “But ensuring the safety of our children online is a top priority for me, and if Roblox is deceiving parents on their safety protocols, they deserve to be held accountable.”
The Darker Side of Roblox
The Attorney General’s action follows increasing reports of predator networks exploiting the platform’s social features. For a detailed look at how these dangers manifest, specifically regarding the “764” network and the “Roblox-to-Discord pipeline,” readers are encouraged to review our previous article on the subject.
That report highlighted how violent extremist groups, some led by teenagers, utilize Roblox as a “hunting ground” to identify vulnerable children before moving them to unmonitored encrypted apps like Discord to further exploit them.
Warning to Parents: Inside the Roblox-to-Discord Pipeline of a Teen-Led Terrorist Cult
Scope of the Investigation
The CID issued by Wilson’s office demands that Roblox Corporation turn over specific information, including:
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The number of minors in South Carolina who access the site.
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Internal protocols on how content is moderated.
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Whether the platform allows advertisers to specifically target minor users.
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Information regarding potential violations of the South Carolina Uniform Money Services Act.
This investigation places South Carolina among a growing list of states taking legal action against the gaming giant. Other jurisdictions have recently filed lawsuits alleging that the platform is saturated with sexualized content and lacks adequate age-verification systems or parental consent controls.
“As a dad, I want to be certain that gaming platforms or websites my children can access are safe and free from sexualized material,” Wilson continued. “And as Attorney General, I want to ensure the safety of our state’s children on the internet, while making sure out-of-state corporations follow our laws.”
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