AI-powered stuffed animals, like Curio’s Grem and Mattel’s collaborations with OpenAI, offer screen-free interactive play for kids, blending cuddly companionship with educational conversations. While promising reduced screen time and personalized learning, they raise privacy concerns and fears of diminished human interaction. Regulators are urging safeguards as the market grows.
AI Stuffed Animals: Screen-Free Learning with Privacy Concerns
