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Roblox is launching avatar-based voice calls with facial motion tracking

At its annual developer’s conference, Roblox detailed its near-future plans to expand beyond its identity as a game platform for kids. The company is already pushing into new demographics — Roblox ...

Roblox to begin using 'facial age estimation technology' on its users, promises to 'limit communication between adults and minors unless they know each other in the real world'

The new system, combined with verified IDs and parental consent, "will provide a more accurate measure of a user's age" than what's available now.
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Roblox to roll out "facial age estimation technology" for everyone, after US prosecutor dubbed it "the perfect place for pedophiles"

Roblox Corporation plan to bring in "facial age estimation technology" for all the game's users, following accusations child ...
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Roblox to require age verification for in-game communication

Online game platform Roblox is implementing new, more rigorous safety strategiesfollowing continued criticism from young ...
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Roblox to let users make avatar-based voice calls with facial motion tracking

San Francisco, Sep 10 (IANS) Gaming platform Roblox has announced ‘Roblox Connect’ at its annual developer’s conference — a new feature for friends to call each other as their avatars — together in a ...