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Experts Warn: AI Toys Threaten Kids' Creativity and Privacy

11/27/2025

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Dr. Nicole Racine, a child development expert, warns during the holiday season that AI-powered toys may harm children's creativity and development.
Fairplay's advisory highlights privacy concerns, stating that AI toys can collect sensitive data from children.
Dr. Daniela Lobo calls for regulation, noting that AI development has outpaced safety research.
Experts emphasize parental supervision and caution in choosing toys for children, even as some companies claim safety and data protection.

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Dr. Nicole Racine, a child development expert, warns during the holiday season that AI-powered toys may harm children's creativity and development.
Fairplay's advisory highlights privacy concerns, stating that AI toys can collect sensitive data from children.
Dr. Daniela Lobo calls for regulation, noting that AI development has outpaced safety research.
Experts emphasize parental supervision and caution in choosing toys for children, even as some companies claim safety and data protection.