Are Children Really Protesting on Roblox or Are They Pedophiles? By Pedro Zambarda

Roblox’s Age Verification & Child Safety Measures Amid Sexual Exploitation Allegations

On January 13, 2026, Roblox announced the implementation of facial recognition technology for age verification, aiming to prevent adults from communicating with children on the platform, where approximately 42% of its users are under 13. This announcement follows numerous lawsuits against Roblox alleging sexual abuse, with predators reportedly using in-game chats, messaging tools, and social features to target minors. These reports indicate that predators often move conversations with children to platforms like Discord, which lack robust safety measures. These platforms facilitate private messaging, picture and video sharing, and voice or video calls. Once the conversation leaves Roblox, predators may solicit or share sexually explicit content, sometimes using manipulation, threats, or bribes to coerce children into sending images or videos. In some cases, predators attempt to arrange in-person meetings, placing children at risk of physical and sexual harm. Matthew Dolman leads one of these lawsuits, and U.S. courts have seen hundreds of sexual exploitation lawsuits filed against Roblox in recent months.

Roblox’s Age Verification Controversy: Effectiveness Concerns and Potential Misuse

Roblox has stated its commitment to creating a safe platform with strong safety measures that prioritize its community. This commitment follows the company’s 2023 announcement of a planned dating experience and ongoing efforts to remove predators from the site. However, the introduction of biometric age verification has sparked controversy due to concerns about its effectiveness and potential for misuse, as reported by Wired and other U.S. technology outlets. Accounts intended for younger users are reportedly being sold on eBay, potentially granting predators unrestricted access to exclusively young players. Concurrently, media outlets reported on alleged youth protests on the platform around the same time Roblox implemented measures to restrict chat access for users under 13. A viral “I want injustice” poster circulated on social media, with many accepting the story as true.

Controversial Allegations Surrounding Child Protests and Death Threats on Roblox

However, some observers remain skeptical. They point to the targeting of influencer Felca, who promotes digital ECA (Electronic Controlled Access), and the death threats he received during the alleged protests. Bloomberg’s 2024 article, which documented cases of pedophilia on the platform, citing Doctorrofatnik nominally, also raises concerns. In that same year, the Brazil Reporter stated that denunciations were the target of a civil inquiry at the Labor Public Ministry (MPT), allegedly for child labor. These issues prompted changes in Roblox’s platform policies, encouraging parental involvement to prevent child abuse. The supposed child protests on Roblox have drawn scrutiny, with some suggesting that individuals seeking to undermine verification mechanisms, rather than children themselves, may be the primary instigators. The sale of young user accounts and the timing of these protests raise suspicions. While minors under 13 may have genuinely participated, there are reasons to doubt the innocence of the initial movements. Roblox, with its ability to track user activity, and the Public Ministry and judiciary, who should investigate the death threats against Felca, may be able to clarify these doubts. (Note: This text does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Portal Uai.)

In Case You Missed It

Did you know that Roblox has recently introduced an innovative safety measure? In a groundbreaking move, they’ve implemented age verification for chat access, with users now needing to prove their age before joining conversations in the game. Read all about it in Bruno Pferd’s insightful article “Roblox Requires Age Verification for Chat Access” from January 14th, 2026. Discover how this change is prioritizing user safety and promoting age-appropriate communication within the platform Roblox Requires Age Verification for Chat Access. However, in an unexpected turn of events just yesterday, Jonathan Dubinski reported on Influencer Felca’s harrowing experience with online abuse sparked by this very measure. In his latest piece, “Influencer Felca Reports Death Threats After Alleged Child Protest on Roblox” (published January 15th), Dubinski dives into the disturbing aftermath of this seemingly innocent platform update, exploring how younger users reacted violently against Felca, who found herself at the receiving end of death threats. This eye-opening story is a must-read for anyone concerned about online child safety and the darker side of gaming culture Influencer Felca Reports Death Threats After Alleged Child Protest on Roblox. In our continuing effort to keep you informed about the latest developments in digital environment safety, we’re thrilled to point you towards Bruno Pferd’s insightful piece, “Association of Games Positively Evaluates Roblox Measures for Child and Adolescent Protection” (published January 16, 2026). Despite these challenges, this thought-provoking article explores the Association of Game Creators’ positive assessment of Roblox’s enhanced child protection measures, focusing on facial recognition age verification and guardian consent. Dive into the discussion on how these measures are shaping a safer digital landscape for young users Association of Games Positively Evaluates Roblox Measures for Child and Adolescent Protection.