With the surge of AI in the past few years has come a wave of portable AI gadgets—pendants, wristbands you can talk to like an always-on buddy, and now toys: teddy bears and small robots that can hold full conversations with your child.

Recently, though, it’s become clear these AI toys can veer into completely uncharted and unsafe territory, introducing topics that are wildly inappropriate and potentially harmful for children—and even adults. Some models have already been pulled from the market, but others remain, especially imported products that slip through testing, review, and regulation. For now, these toys should be avoided entirely. The risks are severe, unpredictable, and not worth exposing a child to.

AI on a Kosher Phone – Related to this is the recent rise of AI phone numbers that kids can call or text. Most children already know about them, and many use them regularly—sometimes without their parents’ knowledge. Only a couple of Kosher phones can block these numbers, and even then, the protection isn’t perfect. In most cases, even a TAG-certified Kosher phone cannot stop a child from calling them.

This is a serious issue. Many of these AI numbers are completely free, have no time limits, and are totally uncensored. They’re highly addictive, and many children are struggling with the nonstop access and content they’re exposed to. There’s not much one can do to fully block these services, but parents should be aware their children may be calling or texting them—and consider monitoring phone use and helping their children navigate this new reality. AI is a growing, evolving internet challenge, and it’s one area where filters can only do so much.