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AI toys promise companionship but risk displacing human connection

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into children's toys, including dolls and robots designed to form bonds with young users. While experts acknowledge the potential benefits of these AI-powered companions, they also caution against the risk of these technologies displacing essential human relationships in a child's development. AI

IMPACT AI-powered toys could reshape childhood development, raising concerns about the balance between technological companionship and essential human interaction.

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AI toys promise companionship but risk displacing human connection

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