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'A threat to creative expression and social progress': Advocacy groups respond to Roblox's new 'sensitive issues' label
AppWizard
October 5, 2025

‘A threat to creative expression and social progress’: Advocacy groups respond to Roblox’s new ‘sensitive issues’ label

A coalition of advocacy organizations, including Women in Games, Out Making Games, and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Talent (BAME) in Games, has expressed concerns about Roblox's new "sensitive issues" label for user-generated content. They argue that this content filtering system represents a regression in creative freedom and social equity, framing equality and human rights as debatable rather than fundamental truths. The policy restricts access to content on certain topics for users under 13 without parental consent, but Roblox has not specified what these "sensitive issues" are, describing them only as current social, political, or religious topics that may provoke strong reactions. The groups find this vague labeling confusing, especially since Roblox previously incorporated ESRB ratings, and they question the effectiveness of an additional subjective filter when objective age ratings are available.
Meta activates Facebook ‘teen accounts’ worldwide
AppWizard
September 26, 2025

Meta activates Facebook ‘teen accounts’ worldwide

Meta has announced the global rollout of its "teen accounts" for users aged 13 to 17 on Facebook and Messenger, following a previous introduction in key English-speaking markets. Hundreds of millions of teens have been transitioned to these specialized accounts, which include enhanced security settings, content restrictions, and parental controls. The accounts feature built-in safeguards to limit interactions with strangers and control accessible content, while restrictions for users under 16 cannot be lifted without explicit parental consent. This initiative aims to address concerns about the impact of social media on young people.
Meta rolls out teen accounts for Facebook and Messenger across the world
AppWizard
September 25, 2025

Meta rolls out teen accounts for Facebook and Messenger across the world

Meta is transitioning more teenagers on Facebook and Messenger to specialized "teen accounts," which include enhanced parental controls and protective measures. Hundreds of millions of teenagers are using these accounts across Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. The rollout, which began on Instagram a year ago, has expanded globally and is now mandatory for all teens, requiring parental consent for younger teens aged 13 to 15 to modify safety-related settings. Meta uses artificial intelligence to identify users misrepresenting their age. Parents can monitor their children's interactions, screen time, and messaging insights through these accounts, which also feature stricter privacy settings. Additionally, Instagram is expanding its program to facilitate the reporting of bullying in US middle and high schools. Meta's efforts to enhance parental control features and youth safety come amid ongoing lawsuits and investigations regarding the company's protection of children online.
Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 10 Hit by Severe Lag After Microsoft’s August 2025 Update
Winsage
August 26, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 10 Hit by Severe Lag After Microsoft’s August 2025 Update

Windows 11 Version 24H2, also known as the 2024 Update, is being rolled out to users via Windows Update. Eligible devices can check for the update in Settings > Windows Update. Devices running Windows 10 and Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2 will receive the update automatically, with options to schedule or postpone restarts. Copilot+ PCs will receive new AI features through the Windows Insider program, with availability varying by hardware and region. Users can seek help with update issues via the Get Help app or Microsoft support website. Known issues include: 1. NDI streaming performance degradation with OBS and NDI Tools (Confirmed). 2. WSUS installation failure for the August 2025 security update (Resolved). 3. WUSA installs failing from shared folders (Mitigated). 4. CertificateServicesClient error events (Confirmed). 5. Missing parental consent prompt for non-Edge browsers (Mitigated). 6. Easy Anti-Cheat causing blue screens (Resolved). 7. Incompatibility with sprotect.sys driver (Confirmed). 8. Dirac Audio devices losing audio output (Confirmed). 9. Camera use hanging apps on select devices (Confirmed). 10. Intel Smart Sound Technology driver causing blue screens (Confirmed). Workarounds and fixes are suggested for several issues, including switching NDI Receive Mode and copying .msu files locally for installation. Devices with certain drivers are blocked from receiving the update until compatibility issues are resolved.
Microsoft confirms Family Safety blocks Google Chrome from launching
Winsage
June 26, 2025

Microsoft confirms Family Safety blocks Google Chrome from launching

Microsoft's Family Safety parental control service is experiencing a significant issue that prevents users from launching Google Chrome and other web browsers on Windows systems. This problem has been reported since early June, with users facing unexpected crashes when trying to access Google Chrome. A bug in the web filtering tool requires children to seek parental approval to use alternative browsers, as new versions of approved browsers are inadvertently blocked after updates. Microsoft is updating its block list to include the latest versions of these browsers. The issue affects devices running Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 22H2 or later. Users are advised to enable the 'Activity reporting' feature to ensure proper parental approval requests. Microsoft is working to resolve the absence of consent prompts and the unintentional blocking of updated browser versions.
Meta Expands Teen Safety Protections to Facebook and Messenger
AppWizard
April 11, 2025

Meta Expands Teen Safety Protections to Facebook and Messenger

Meta Platforms Inc. is implementing new safety and privacy measures for users under 16 on its platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. These measures include prohibiting teens from hosting live videos without parental consent and banning the sharing of images with suspected nudity via direct messages. Additionally, Meta is introducing "Teen Accounts" on Facebook and Messenger, which will have stricter privacy settings, following a similar rollout on Instagram.
Meta deploys teen safety features to Facebook, Messenger
AppWizard
April 8, 2025

Meta deploys teen safety features to Facebook, Messenger

Meta is expanding its Teen Accounts initiative to include Facebook and Messenger, enhancing safety measures for young users in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada, with plans to reach more regions soon. The Teen Accounts feature, launched on Instagram, provides a secure environment for adolescents, limiting their exposure to inappropriate content and interactions. Users under 16 will be restricted from messages from unknown individuals, and only friends can view and respond to their stories. Teens will receive reminders to take breaks after one hour of use and will enter "Quiet mode" at night. Parental consent is required for users under 16 to modify safety settings, go live on Instagram, or disable nudity blurring in direct messages. Since its launch, over 54 million teens have used Teen Accounts, with 97% of users aged 13 to 15 keeping these protections active. Research shows 94% of parents find the initiative helpful, and 85% believe it creates positive experiences for their teens. The expansion reflects Meta's response to regulatory scrutiny and its commitment to providing safer experiences for younger users.
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