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Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account’s ‘Saved for Later’ section. If you haven’t checked off all the kids on your holiday gift list, you’ll be pleased to know that a ton ...

A wave of AI-powered children’s toys has hit shelves this holiday season, claiming to rely on sophisticated chatbots to animate interactive robots and stuffed animals that can converse with kids.

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Shopping for the kids in your life shouldn't be complicated. Cyber Monday is delivering big on toy deals, with plenty still up for grabs. From classic Lego sets and STEM kits to plush favorites and ...

Black Friday 2025 deals for kids are available now at major retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Shoppers can find discounts on toys, games, and clothing to spark creativity and imagination.

Children’s advocacy groups are sounding an alarm ahead of the holiday shopping season, urging parents to steer clear of artificial intelligence toys that promise companionship, conversation, and ...

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WASHINGTON — Parents are being urged to use caution with artificial intelligence–powered toys after a new report found several devices are giving children unsafe, inappropriate and highly personal ...

The latest Trouble in Toyland report from the U.S. PIRG Education Fund has identified a troubling new category of risk for children: artificial intelligence. In its 40th annual investigation of toy ...