The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) at Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) is currently coordinating with a digital gaming platform, Roblox, to address and enhance the application’s child safety features and measures.

In a Facebook post of DICT Secretary Henry Aguda, there are reported incidents wherein Roblox is being utilized as a platform for sexual predation, grooming, and exploitation of minors.

“May mga reports na ginagamit ang Roblox for sexual predation, grooming, at exploitation ng Filipino minors. Hindi na safe space kung may batang nalalagay sa panganib,” he said

If Roblox does not take necessary actions to address these serious concerns, that could lead to possible restriction or suspension of the gaming app in the Philippines.

According to the DICT, this measure complies with the directive of President Bongbong Marcos Jr. to prioritize the protection of youth, including in online spaces.