Roblox Open to Talks Following Egypt Ban Over Safety Concerns

2026-02-07 - 15:56

Roblox, a US based video game company, announced on Friday 6 February it is their willingness to talk with Egyptian authorities regarding the country blocking their online gaming platform, citing concerns over child safety and digital content regulation. In a statement, the US-based company said it aims to provide “the best possible experience” for Egypt’s gaming and content-creator community and remains committed to offering a safe and positive environment for learning, creativity, and play. Roblox added that it regularly cooperates with authorities worldwide to develop solutions aligned with local values and user-safety standards, and welcomed cooperation with Egyptian regulators. The company stressed that safety remains its highest priority, pointing out that users are not allowed to share images or videos within chat functions. It said it makes significant investments in sophisticated detection tools and maintains round-the-clock human moderation to detect and prevent inappropriate content or conduct. While acknowledging that no system is flawless, Roblox also said it has built a robust safety framework and continues to introduce additional protective measures. The company added that it rolled out more than 145 safety-focused updates in 2025 alone. Among them was a requirement... This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read.