• Roblox will enhance controls for users under 16, applying to new Indonesian regulations.
• The new law mandates deactivation of high-risk social media accounts for minors.
• Changes take effect on March 28, impacting multiple platforms including Roblox.
• Concerns for child safety are prompting global changes in social media use.
• Other platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok are also affected by these regulations.

Roblox is set to introduce new content and communication controls for players under 16 in Indonesia in compliance with recent regulations aimed at enhancing child safety online. The announcement was made by Matt Kaufman, Roblox's Chief Safety Officer, who noted that these measures are in response to a ministerial regulation mandating the deactivation of "high risk" accounts for users below this age, effective March 28, 2023, according to Bangkok Post, India Times, and Channel News Asia.

The implementation of these controls is part of Indonesia’s broader initiative to regulate the online environment for minors. According to the Communications and Digital Minister Meutya Hafid, platforms identified as "high risk" include Roblox, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter), which will be subject to stricter age requirements and accountability. The policy aims to minimize children’s exposure to harmful content, reflecting growing global concerns regarding online safety for young users, as indicated by both Bangkok Post and India Times.

From March 28, all Indonesian users of X will need to be at least 16 years old to create or maintain an account. The platform mentioned that adherence to this age requirement is enforced by Indonesian law, highlighting the government's serious stance on child safety in digital spaces. Similar policies are being seen in other nations, such as Australia, which are instituting measures to protect children from certain online interactions, as reported by Channel News Asia and Bangkok Post.