Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil said the government will take measures to protect internet users, especially children. (Envato Elements pic)KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is reviewing the need for further regulatory measures on online gaming platforms, including Roblox, to enhance child protection against digital safety risks.

Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil said MCMC, together with the Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia (CMCF), is currently studying online gaming trends and associated risks, including user-to-user interactions, in-game content, and protective safeguards implemented by platform providers.

He said the study also takes into account international practices and frameworks to identify suitable, effective safeguards for implementation in Malaysia.