A New Era of Safety: Facial Age Checks Now Required to Chat on Roblox - Roblox
Google News • 1/7/2026 • Last cited 1/9/2026
Summary
Roblox has implemented a new policy requiring all users to complete facial age checks to access chat features globally. This move is part of the platform's efforts to enhance safety, as reported by multiple sources including TechCrunch and USA Today.
Lindy Score Breakdown
33
Age (0-35)
8 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Google News
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score43/100
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 8 days - proven survivor
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