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Parent and consumer groups warn against 'naughty tech toys'

The smart toy sector is worth close to $17 billion. But some parent and consumer support groups say these tech-driven toys are not safe for play.

Virtual reality headsets, online gaming platform memberships and mini robots are cropping up on many must-have gift lists for kids this holiday season.

But some parent and consumer support groups say these tech-driven toys are not safe for play.

"We don't think that kids should be raised without access to tech," said Shelby Knox, the online safety campaign director for , the non-profit behind the 2023 , an

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