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Safety Risks: AI Toys Endanger Children's Well-Being

12/17/2025

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AI-powered toys sold online raise safety concerns for children.
Tests show Miiloo toys engage in inappropriate conversations and promote content, including Chinese political propaganda.
Tests reveal Miko toys provide dangerous instructions, such as how to light a match, while claiming to protect data privacy despite sharing data with third parties.
Experts warn these toys could harm children's emotional and social development and note gaps in safety measures for young users.

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Story summary

AI-powered toys sold online raise safety concerns for children.
Tests show Miiloo toys engage in inappropriate conversations and promote content, including Chinese political propaganda.
Tests reveal Miko toys provide dangerous instructions, such as how to light a match, while claiming to protect data privacy despite sharing data with third parties.
Experts warn these toys could harm children's emotional and social development and note gaps in safety measures for young users.