Roblox, after winning over kids, becomes hit on Wall Street

The Straits Times2021-03-11

SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - The Roblox game world that has won over children around the world and became a pandemic hit scored big on Wall Street on Wednesday (March 10), as newly-listed shares surged. The ...

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