The rise of AI toys raises concerns about children’s safety and privacy

The rise of AI toys raises concerns about children’s safety and privacy

By abcnews
Publication Date: 2026-06-03 23:59:00

Children’s toys are evolving – a new generation of toys are equipped with artificial intelligence to make them more interactive.

The toys are marketed to give children an educational advantage – and to enjoy screen-free playtime.

But a new report analyzing six different AI teddy bears highlights the risks these toys can pose.

NewsRadio’s Sarah Morice spoke to Katrin Langton, Associate Research Fellow at Deakin University School of Education and co-author of this report.