Roblox complies with age restriction rules in Indonesia after warning
( April 30, 2026, 09:00 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The global gaming platform Roblox has officially adhered to Indonesia's age restriction regulations following prior warnings from the Indonesian government. Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said Thursday that Roblox had submitted a "compliance commitment" after extensive discussions with the ministry. She said these deliberations took into account Roblox's unique nature as a gaming platform, distinguishing it from social media. The minister expressed appreciation for Roblox's efforts, noting the company's initial implementation of key features to align with age restriction rules such as mandatory age verification for all Indonesian users. Among the platform's approximately 45 million users in Indonesia, it is estimated that 23 million are children under the age of 16.Statement follows (in Indonesian)....
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