Tech Disruptors Roblox CEO Baszucki on AI, 3D, Stable Coins
Jul 17, 2025
Dave Baszucki, CEO and co-founder of Roblox, shares insights on the transformative potential of immersive 3D experiences in communication and entertainment. He discusses the rise of user-generated content and the evolving virtual economy, highlighting the role of stablecoins like Robux. Baszucki explores AI’s critical impact on gaming safety and engagement, along with the infrastructure supporting these innovations. The conversation delves into the future of the metaverse and the opportunities it presents for creators.
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Future of 3D Communication
- Roblox envisions immersive 3D co-experiences as the future of communication and entertainment.
- Gaming is currently leading 3D communication, with Roblox aiming to capture 10% of the gaming market.
Roblox: Social UGC Ecosystem
- Roblox creators build immersive 3D experiences for social play, not just solo content consumption.
- Top studios on Roblox generate over $50 million annually, benefiting from a thriving self-service ecosystem.
Roblox's Hybrid Infrastructure Strategy
- Roblox operates its own global data centers for cost, performance, and reliability to support heavy 3D simulation and AI.
- It partners with cloud vendors occasionally for burst capacity during extreme concurrent usage events.