Chatty AI toys are starting to show up as “friends” and “learning buddies” for very young children. A new report warns that these toys can misunderstand kids, handle emotions badly, and blur the line between play and relationship in ways that toddlers and preschoolers may not be equipped to navigate. The authors argue the tech…
A new report on how children are interacting with AI toys has produced concerning results and the researchers are calling for more regulations on the devices. The year-long study, which was conducted by the University of Cambridge, examined how toys featuring with generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology communicated with kids, who formed relationships with the…
Mya, three, was observed while playing with AI-powered toy Gabbo from Curio Researchers are calling for tighter regulation of AI-powered toys designed for toddlers, after conducting one of the first …
