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Roblox Stock Rallies Amid Ongoing Predator Allegations, Despite Banned YouTuber
ByAinvest
Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025 11:32 am ET1min read
Roblox's stock rose despite allegations of child predators on the platform. YouTuber Schlep was banned for violating terms of use and claims he has done nothing wrong. He has allegedly helped in six arrests and was groomed on the platform as a child. Roblox has faced several lawsuits for not protecting children from predators. The stock was up 0.06% on Tuesday, building on a 126.03% rally year-to-date.
Roblox's stock price has continued to climb, rising by 0.06% on Tuesday, July 2, 2025, despite ongoing allegations of child predators on the platform. The stock has seen a significant year-to-date rally of 126.03% [1].The recent controversy revolves around Roblox's Chief Safety Officer, Matthew Kaufman, who sold over $800,000 worth of company stock shortly after issuing a cease-and-desist order to a prominent YouTuber, @RealSchlep. Schlep has been instrumental in exposing child predators on Roblox, leading to the arrest of six predators within the past year [1].
The timing of the stock sale has raised questions, as Roblox faces criticism for its handling of child safety issues. Schlep's actions, which include posing as minors to catch predators, have led to tangible safety results. However, Roblox has accused Schlep of violating platform policies, claiming his methods increase the risk of users being exposed to bad actors [1].
Roblox has defended its actions, stating that vigilante efforts can delay enforcement efforts by both the company and law enforcement. The company emphasizes its proactive measures, including partnerships with the FBI and NCMEC, and the introduction of an AI-powered system called Sentinel to detect predatory language in game chats [2].
Despite the controversy, Roblox's stock has shown resilience. The company's proactive measures and the introduction of Sentinel may indicate a commitment to addressing child safety concerns. However, the ongoing lawsuits and allegations of failing to protect children from predators continue to cast a shadow over the platform's image.
References:
[1] https://thatparkplace.com/roblox-chief-safety-officer-sells-800k-in-stock-amid-backlash-over-banning-vigilante-predator-hunter/
[2] https://theoutpost.ai/news-story/roblox-unveils-open-source-ai-system-to-combat-child-predators-in-game-chats-18819/
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