Australia isn’t banning Roblox yet, but future updates to its social media law could change that for under-16s as the government reviews more platforms.

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But behind Roblox’s social facade lies a sinister, all-consuming world of predators, harmful content and addictive game mechanics. Yet, controversially, Australia’s under-16 social media ban will not apply to the platform – which has 90 million users ...

Until recently, I had no real view on Roblox.I’ve never used it, but had a vague understanding that it’s a kids-focused platform based around game building. That would not be unusual. Awareness among Australian adults is divided by whether they are parents or not.

Jody McDonald is a freelance writer based in Brisbane who specialises in writing about business, technology and the future of work. She’s helped a range of SaaS platforms and tech companies share their stories, and has written for the Mortgage and Fi..