TechCrunch Daily Crunch Trump wants to clean up the space industry’s red tape. Here’s who wins.
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Aug 16, 2025 The discussion kicks off with the legal challenges facing Roblox, highlighting serious safety concerns for kids. Meanwhile, ChatGPT's mobile app is making waves, amassing a staggering $2 billion in revenue. The focus then shifts to President Trump's new executive order aimed at simplifying regulations in the space industry, drawing mixed reactions from advocates and environmentalists alike. Additionally, listeners are treated to insights on exciting startup developments, especially in women's health technology.
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Roblox Faces Lawsuit Over Child Safety
- Louisiana AG Liz Murrill sued Roblox for allegedly failing to implement basic safety controls and facilitating sexual exploitation.
- The suit claims Roblox has a large underage user base and purposely withheld protections, according to the complaint.
Scale Raises Safety Stakes For Roblox
- Roblox reported 82 million daily active users with substantial portions under 13, spotlighting child-safety stakes.
- The platform says it uses significant tech and 24/7 human moderation to combat abuse despite the lawsuit.
Regulatory Changes Target Licensing Delays
- The order tasks the FAA and DOT to reduce licensing friction and appoint a senior executive to foster innovation and deregulation.
- Shorter timelines and clearer rules could reduce years-long environmental review and licensing delays for launch bids.