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Roblox

Roblox Corp. engages in the provision of online gaming services. Its platform consists of Roblox Client, Roblox Studio, and Roblox Cloud. Roblox Client is an application that allows users to explore 3D digital worlds. Roblox Studio is the toolset that allows developers and creators to build, publish, and operate 3D experiences and other content accessed with Roblox Client. Roblox Cloud includes the services and infrastructure that power the human co-experience platforms. The company was founded by Erik Cassel and David B. Baszucki in March 2004 and is headquartered in San Mateo, CA.

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Roblox reports robust Q4 performance, eyes advertising and UGC growth

Roblox delivered strong financial results, emphasizing growth in bookings, user engagement, and monetization, supported by a focus on innovation and safety.
While facing challenges in balancing growth and efficiency, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in advertising, UGC, and expanding its creator community.
Overall, Roblox's performance reflects a resilient business model with a strategic focus on long-term growth, innovation, and diversification of revenue streams.

Roblox reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes international expansion and ad revenue growth

Roblox's Q1 2023 performance reflects solid revenue growth, strong user metrics, and a thriving developer community
The company's strategic focus on innovation, cost control, and international expansion positions it for sustained growth
Challenges include competition, user engagement trends, and balancing investment with margin considerations
Opportunities in ad revenue, international expansion, and AI present avenues for future growth and differentiation

Roblox reports strong Q2 results, eyes profitability and global expansion

Roblox's Q2 2023 performance reflects robust growth in bookings, user metrics, and developer ecosystem, positioning the company for long-term success.
Strategic focus on profitability, international expansion, and technology investments underscores a balanced approach to driving revenue and shareholder value.
Challenges in cost management, ad monetization, and platform security require proactive strategies to sustain growth and competitive advantage in the market.

Roblox reports robust Q3 performance, eyes global expansion and efficiency

Roblox's Q3 performance reflects strong growth and strategic focus on global expansion and efficiency gains.
While facing challenges in exchange fees and meeting DevEx targets, the company is poised for growth through opportunities in infrastructure efficiency and advertising.
Investors can expect continued emphasis on cost savings, developer community engagement, and leveraging AI for future growth.

Roblox reports robust Q4 performance, eyes sustained growth strategies

Roblox's Q4 2023 and full-year performance showcased strong growth in key metrics, supported by investments in innovation and international expansion efforts.
The company's strengths in fostering creator success, stable monetization strategies, and strong user engagement position it well for continued growth.
While facing challenges in balancing growth and investments, Roblox has opportunities to further enhance monetization, user engagement, and financial performance.
Overall, Roblox's focus on sustained growth, platform advancements, and optimizing financial metrics underscores a promising outlook for future success.

Roblox reports strong Q1 results, eyes growth in branded experiences

Roblox's Q1 2024 results exceeded revenue expectations but fell slightly below in bookings. The company remains focused on long-term growth potential, profitability, and cash flow targets, with investments in AI tools and safety measures.

Roblox exceeds Q2 revenue expectations, focuses on growth strategies

Roblox delivered strong financial results, showcasing margin expansion and strategic initiatives for growth. The company's focus on cost discipline, user engagement, and revenue diversification positions it well for future success.

Roblox exceeds Q3 expectations with strong revenue and user engagement

Roblox's Q3 2024 performance reflects strong revenue, bookings, and user engagement, supported by a focus on safety, user experience, and financial efficiency.
Challenges include balancing growth expectations, investment in new tools, and maintaining monetization rates amidst evolving market dynamics.
Opportunities in optimizing pricing, expanding genres, and leveraging console success position Roblox for sustained growth and innovation in the virtual economy.

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In August 1989, David Baszucki started a company called Knowledge Revolution which made educational physics and mechanical software. He created a 2D simulated physics lab called Interactive Physics, enjoyed by students around world. During this time he hired his first employee, Erik Cassel, who would go on to form Roblox with him. 

David and Erik launch the beta version of Roblox, DynaBlocks, in order to scale the creativity and imagination of their former company.

The company raises $560,000 of Series A funding, putting the company's pre-money valuation at $1.5 million. 

After realizing people had a hard time remembering its name, the company officially changes from DynaBlocks to Roblox, and Roblox launches on September 1, 2006.

Roblox becomes compliant with COPPA by adding a safe chat feature to protect users under the age of 13.

Roblox raises $2.9 million in Series C venture funding from First Round Capital, Altos Venters and Kleiner Perkins—putting the company's pre-money valuation at $6 million. 

The company holds its first Hack Week by inviting Roblox developers to work on outside-the-box ideas to present.

An iOS version of Roblox is released, and Roblox is now mobile.

Roblox allows developers to exchange their Roblox digital currency, Robux, into real-world currency. Pays to play.

Roblox launches on Xbox One starting with 15 games.

Roblox VR for Oculus Rift launches with more than 10 million games in 3D, bringing user-generated, social gaming to virtual reality. 

Roblox closes a $92 million funding round led by Meritech Capital Partners and Index Ventures.

The company closes $150 million in Series F funding with Greylock Partners and Tiger Global Management.

Roblox forms a partnership with Chinese tech giant Tencent, by focusing on education in order to enter the Chinese market. 

Roblox reaches a major milestone by hitting 100 million active monthly users.

Roblox receives $150 million in a Series G funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz. 

In response to the global pandemic, Roblox creates "Party Place," a venue for virtual birthday parties and other meetups. 

Roblox experiences rapid revenue growth in response to continuing stay-at-home mandates.

Roblox partners with Columbia Records to host its first virtual concert featuring Lil Nas X.

The company goes public on the NYSE under the ticker symbol RBLX. Roblox now has more than 31 million daily users who use it an average of 2.6 hours per day. The company has a reported revenue of $589 million during the first nine months of 2020. 

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Roblox Corporation (NYSE:RBLX ) Q2 2022 Earnings Conference Call August 10, 2022 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Stefanie Notaney - Director of Financial Communications Dave Baszucki - Chief Executive Officer Mike Guthrie - Chief Financial Officer Hans Gunawan - Vice President, Finance Conference Call Participants Drew Crum - Stifel David Karnovsky - JPMorgan Clark Lampen - BTIG Matthew Cost - Morgan Stanley Omar Dessouky - Bank of America Bernie McTernan - Needham & Company Eric Sheridan - Goldman Sachs Brandon Ross - LightShed Partners Eric Handler - MKM Partners Operator Good morning. My name is Dennis, and I will be conference operator today.

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Roblox's (RBLX) second-quarter 2022 results reflect strength in daily user engagement levels on the platform.

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Roblox Is Investing in the Metaverse, but Will It Pay Off?

Roblox Corp (NYSE:RBLX)'s shares fell  6% Wednesday as the online gaming platform and game creation system reported quarterly earnings that missed analysts' estimates. The stock has shed more than 50% in value so far this year.

Roblox Corp's shares plunge 19% after it misses quarterly earnings estimates

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Roblox (NASDAQ: RBLX ) stock fell 15% after second-quarter earnings proved disappointing. Roblox lost $176.4 million, 30 cents a share, on revenue of $591.2 million during the quarter ending in June.

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Roblox shares down 20% after Q2 report

Roblox Corp. shares plunged in late trading Tuesday after the videogame company said that a key sales metric unexpectedly declined for a second quarter in a row.

Roblox stock plunges 15% as key sales metric unexpectedly declines again

Roblox Corp missed estimates for quarterly bookings on Tuesday, as the gaming platform faced a slowdown in the pandemic-fueled surge in spending for its games including "Jailbreak" and "Adopt Me!".

Roblox misses quarterly expectation for bookings

Roblox reported second-quarter results on Tuesday that missed analyst estimates on the top and bottom lines.

Roblox misses on top and bottom, shares dip 12%

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Roblox Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Roblox Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Roblox Corp (NYSE: RBLX) was trading more than 3% lower on Tuesday, heading toward its second-quarter earnings print, which is expected after the market close.

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Spin Master today announced the newest iteration of its Roblox Bakugan experience: Streaming all 100 episodes of the anime in the metaverse.

Spin Master to play Bakugan anime in Roblox as metaverse experience

Spin Master to Host First-Ever Full Season Streaming Experience of Bakugan Anime Series and Debut Co-Branded Digital Roblox Gift Card and Exclusive Virtual Item Collaboration TORONTO , Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -  Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) (www.spinmaster.com), a leading global entertainment company, today announced its Bakugan® franchise will introduce more first of a kind experiences on Roblox, the global online platform that brings millions of people together through shared experiences. Starting August 5 at 12:00 p.m.

Spin Master's Bakugan® Franchise Premieres New Metaverse Experience on Roblox

Positive analyst commentary added to the company's growing momentum.

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Roblox is one of the world's most popular gaming/entertainment companies with a global daily active user base of more than 50m. With over 10m developers and 25m interactive experiences, the company operates a digital platform where people create and play games in a highly interactive ecosystem.

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