Parents Say Online Safety Is #1— So Why Isn’t It Reaching Every Child?
A new cross-border survey of parents in Romania and Hungary reveals a striking trend: while online safety is ranked as the most important digital skill for young ones, only a small fraction of families take concrete steps beyond conversations at home. Despite strong awareness of risks like cyberbullying, scams, and social media dangers, structured education on internet safety remains rare. What explains this gap between concern and action—and how can parents bridge it? Read our full blog for key insights and free resources that help families turn awareness into lasting digital confidence.
Roblox, one of the most popular online platforms among children, has announced new safety measures to better protect younger users on the platform. To access chat features, players will now need to complete facial age verification, making Roblox one of the first large gaming platforms to introduce this system for users of all ages. The new approach enables age-based chat, helping ensure more age-appropriate interactions and limiting communication between adults and children under 16. (Roblox)
The update reflects a broader effort across the tech industry to make online spaces safer for young users.