Some AI toys talk about sex, self-harm, and violence — and they’re being sold to kids as young as infants, according to NewsNation.
Child safety group Fairplay says AI-powered toys like Gabbo mimic friends, collect private data, and encourage obsessive behavior, yet offer little to no parental control. One toy reportedly advised users on how to find dangerous objects.
Advocates urge families to avoid any toy requiring Wi-Fi or labeled “powered by AI,” warning these devices could harm emotional development and replace real human connection.
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