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Technology · 11 May 2026

Half of UK Children Own AI Toys, BSI Finds

Half of UK Children Own AI Toys, BSI Finds

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Parents are worried about safety and data risks from AI toys, even though many children own them. A new survey by the British Standards Institution found 50 per cent of UK children aged 16 and under have an AI-enabled device. Three-quarters of parents are concerned these internet-connected toys could expose kids to unwanted content.

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