Egypt officially bans Roblox
Egypt has ordered a nationwide block on Roblox over concerns related to children’s exposure to content deemed inconsistent with social and moral values, with NTRA overseeing implementation.
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Telenor Pakistan and UNICEF Conclude Three-Year Alliance on Child Online Safety
Telenor Pakistan and UNICEF concluded their three-year partnership with a national ceremony in Islamabad highlighting key achievements in child online protection. The collaboration engaged regulators, government bodies, civil society, and youth to strengthen digital safety frameworks. Key outcomes include youth empowerment initiatives, policy advocacy, national education integration, and the launch of Pakistan’s first Child Online Protection Committee. New research from the Disrupting Harm II study will guide future policy reforms, with full findings due in April 2026.
Roblox Suspends In-Game Chat Across Middle East Amid Safety Concerns
Roblox has suspended in-game chat across Arabic-speaking countries in the Middle East to address child safety concerns and improve content moderation. The move follows regulatory pressure, recent bans in Kuwait, Qatar, and Turkey, and lawsuits abroad, raising global questions about online safety and responsibility in gaming platforms.
Royal Oman Police Emphasizes Parental Role in Protecting Children from Online Threats
Royal Oman Police urges parents to actively supervise children’s online activities using parental controls, promoting safe internet use. The advisory highlights content selection, education on online risks, and vigilance as key to protecting children in today’s digital world.
Saudi Arabia to Host Child Protection in Cyberspace Summit
Saudi Arabia will host the Child Protection in Cyberspace Global Summit in Riyadh, aiming to secure a safer online environment for children. The summit, part of the Global Cybersecurity Forum, will unite global leaders to discuss child safety in the digital age.