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Senators Demand Action on AI Toy Safety Concerns

12/17/2025

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Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) urge companies to address AI-powered toy concerns after reports of inappropriate conversations.
They highlight risks such as harmful content exposure, privacy issues, and manipulative tactics.
They questioned safety measures and data collection by Little Learners Toys, Mattel, and Curio Interactive.
Curio Interactive says it prioritizes safety, complies with child-privacy laws, and offers parental controls and monitoring features.

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Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) urge companies to address AI-powered toy concerns after reports of inappropriate conversations.
They highlight risks such as harmful content exposure, privacy issues, and manipulative tactics.
They questioned safety measures and data collection by Little Learners Toys, Mattel, and Curio Interactive.
Curio Interactive says it prioritizes safety, complies with child-privacy laws, and offers parental controls and monitoring features.