Epic Games, Lego form partnership to develop metaverse with children in mind

The Verge reports Epic Games and Lego announced a new partnership to develop a metaverse space "with the wellbeing of kids in mind." While the companies have not yet decided what the space will look like, they announced development will "protect children’s right to play by making safety and wellbeing a priority; safeguard children’s privacy by putting their best interests first," and "empower children and adults with tools that give them control over their digital experience." Epic Games has strengthened children's privacy internally the last few years, including acquiring safe child technology company SuperAwesome.