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AI toys for kids talk about sex and give Chinese Communist Party talking points, tests show

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By:Kevin Collier · Jared Perlo · Savannah Sellers

11 December 2025 at 05:00

AI-powered kids' toys like Miko 3 have hit shelves this holiday season, claiming to rely on sophisticated chatbots to animate interactive robots for children.

Clockwise from left, Miko 3, FoloToy Sunflower, Alilo Smart AI Bunny and Miriat Miiloo.

NBC News purchased and tested five popular AI toys, including, from left, Miko 3, FoloToy Sunflower Warmie and Alilo Smart AI Bunny.

AI toys for kids talk about sex and give Chinese Communist Party talking points, tests show

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By:Kevin Collier · Jared Perlo

11 December 2025 at 05:00

AI-powered kids' toys like Miko 3 have hit shelves this holiday season, claiming to rely on sophisticated chatbots to animate interactive robots for children.

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