Toys powered by AI show a worrying lack of emotional understanding. But we need to understand the risks and benefits of the technology so the industry can be regulated, not outright banned ...

A nonprofit children's safety organization, Fairplay, is urging gift givers to avoid buying AI toys for children this holiday season, according to an advisory issued on Thursday. Fairplay, along with ...

Teddy bears and stuffed plushies have long been a mainstay in toy collections. But today, they do not talk back in a child’s imagination; some talk through built-in artificial intelligence chatbots.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is seemingly everywhere these days, including children’s toys. Earlier this year, for example, toymaker Mattel announced a partnership with OpenAI, the company behind ...

AI toys may seem cutting edge, but experts say to be careful about what you choose. Credit: Ian Moore / Mashable Composite; PeopleImages / iStock / Getty If you're considering purchasing an AI toy for ...

Artificial intelligence is enabling children’s toys, from teddy bears to wheeled robots, to talk back to kids who play with them. Consumer advocacy groups are warning parents to stay away. The toys ...