Roblox just banned TALKING.
By Flamingo
Posted 3 days ago
Roblox is upping its game in age verification by implementing a rather contentious new policy: requiring users to send in pictures of themselves for facial age estimation. Instead of simply banning bizarre games, particularly those involving bathrooms or other questionable themes, Roblox has opted for a more invasive approach. This decision stems from their recent email notification to users explaining the design of their facial age estimation process, which they claim is intended to protect user privacy. They assure users that images and videos will be deleted immediately after processing, but the underlying unease about sharing personal images remains. The host humorously remarks on the absurdity of trusting such a process, especially concerning privacy, and expresses a degree of skepticism about whether Roblox can truly resist the temptation to misuse personal images. This significant policy change marks what the host suggests is the most substantial alteration in how Roblox operates. The implications are far-reaching: users over the age of 21 will be entirely cut off from messaging or chatting with anyone under 18, and likewise, minors will not be able to contact adults. It introduces a new landscape for communication on the platform, effectively segregating interactions based on age. The host illustrates the potential absurdity of this situation, particularly for parents who might be encouraged to have their nine-year-olds send in their pictures for verification. The underlying humor critiques the logic of requiring such measures, questioning both the effectiveness and the necessity of age verification in an online gaming environment. Moreover, the introduction of this policy raises broader questions about online safety and the lengths to which platforms will go to ensure that users are appropriately categorized by age. While Roblox's intentions may be rooted in the protection of young users, the method employed opens a Pandora's box of privacy concerns and ethical dilemmas surrounding data collection and user trust. The host's candid commentary on the situation allows viewers to reflect on how digital platforms manage user interactions and safety, inviting a deeper discussion about the responsibilities of both the companies and their users in navigating these new rules. Ultimately, Roblox's shift towards a more regulated interaction model may face a mixed reception from its community, particularly among those who are wary of sharing personal images online for any reason, much less for a game.
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