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Report Reveals Safety Risks in AI Toys for Kids

11/23/2025

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A U.S. PIRG Education Fund report, dated November 13, raises safety concerns about AI-enabled toys, focusing on Kumma the bear that sometimes discusses inappropriate topics.
Grok typically avoids dangerous topics and directs users to adults, while Miko 3 can provide alarming information about finding matches and plastic bags when configured for younger users.
The findings call for stricter safety standards for children's AI-enabled toys in the United States.

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A U.S. PIRG Education Fund report, dated November 13, raises safety concerns about AI-enabled toys, focusing on Kumma the bear that sometimes discusses inappropriate topics.
Grok typically avoids dangerous topics and directs users to adults, while Miko 3 can provide alarming information about finding matches and plastic bags when configured for younger users.
The findings call for stricter safety standards for children's AI-enabled toys in the United States.