"The New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG), which just released its 40th annual report in conjunction with U.S. PIRG, said choking hazards and lead have long been the biggest threats in toys to children, and those problems still exist. But tech is providing some new solutions and problems, such as AI-powered bots in Teddy bears and other toys that say potentially dangerous things to children, the groups said."
"NYPIRG found four toys with AI chatbots that were all too happy to discuss sexually explicit topics, despite or in the absence of good parental controls. New technology poses new threats, Elder said. One of the brand-new toys studied in this report is already being pulled off the report because of our findings. She discussed the new frontier of AI toys, while noting that getting the perfect gift can still be dangerous."
AI technology is being embedded in stuffed animals and other toys, creating interactive, talking products for children. Some AI-powered toys offer age-inappropriate or sexually explicit content and can respond without adequate parental controls. Traditional hazards such as choking risks and lead contamination continue to affect toys. Overseas-manufactured toys sometimes contain toxic substances unsuitable for children. Consumer advocates say toy manufacturers must improve safety testing and content controls before products reach children. Some new AI-enabled toys have been removed from sale or scrutiny after problematic findings. The AI toy market is rapidly developing as companies introduce new products.
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