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Online gaming services under scrutiny over child safety

The regulator said several platforms still rely on self-declared ages and leave children exposed to high-risk features despite new safety measures.

Summary by The West Australian
Some of the most popular online gaming services in the world are falling short of Australia's online child safety standards, a report has found.

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BBC NewsBBC News
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Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft and Steam must improve child safety, Australian report finds

Fortnite, Roblox and Minecraft also told to 'lift their game' by online safety regulator.

·London, United Kingdom
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7NEWS Australia7NEWS Australia
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Gaming giants urged to lift their game over child safety fears

‘Australian children have a right to play online without being exposed to predators, sexual extortionists, violent extremist content or other harmful material.’

·Australia
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Online gaming services under scrutiny over child safety

Some of the most popular online gaming services in the world are falling short of Australia's online child safety standards, a report has found.

·Osborne Park, Australia
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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Two of Australia’s most popular gaming platforms targeted over risks to children

The eSafety Commissioner has urged gaming providers to strengthen measures to protect young people.

·North Sydney, Australia
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The QueenslanderThe Queenslander

Online gaming giants told to lift safety standards

Some major tech companies are not doing enough to keep children safe online, the eSafety Commission warns as it threatens further penalties.

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in North Sydney, Australia on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
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