Roblox Contests Iraqi Ban
Roblox has responded to the Iraqi government's decision to ban access to its platform, citing child safety concerns.
We work diligently to create a positive environment that respects different cultural values
Roblox "strongly contests" the claim that its platform is "incompatible with social values and traditions." The company has taken steps to address concerns, including disabling in-game chat and other features in Arabic-speaking countries.
- Countries that have banned Roblox include:
- Algeria
- China
- Qatar
- Oman
- North Korea
- Turkiye
- UAE
Roblox claims that the government's reasoning is "inaccurate" and that the platform has been misunderstood.
Author's summary: Roblox disputes Iraqi ban over safety concerns.
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