Researchers Warn AI Toys May Misinterpret Children’s Emotions
The Middle East Observer [Unofficial]
March 17, 2026
Researchers are urging tighter regulation of AI-powered toys designed for young children after a study found the technology may struggle to understand toddlers’ emotions and social cues. A research team from the University of Cambridge examined how children aged three to five interacted with an AI-enabled plush toy called Gabbo, which uses a voice-activated chatbot […]
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