Virtual playground Roblox is facing lawsuits that have brought up fundamental questions about online safety.

Millions of children use Roblox – but this digital playground has a dark side The world’s second most popular video game is social media by stealth.

Roblox, valued at more than R486-billion, has denied the claims. "Any claim that we would intentionally endanger users is categorically untrue," the company said.

Louisiana sued the online gaming platform Roblox on Thursday, alleging the wildly popular site has perpetuated an environment where sexual predators “thrive, unite, hunt and victimize kids.” ...