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Exclusive: Sen. Maggie Hassan presses AI toy company on child data privacy

Exclusive: Sen. Maggie Hassan presses AI toy company on child data privacy

Summary

Senator Maggie Hassan is asking an AI toy company, Bondu, to explain how they exposed children's personal data. The company had a security issue with a portal that let people see children's conversations and data. Bondu says they fixed the problem and use security measures to protect data.

Key Facts

  • Senator Maggie Hassan sent a letter to Bondu, an AI toy company, about a security breach.
  • Bondu exposed children's conversation transcripts and personal data through a portal.
  • The company stated they have fixed this issue with new security steps.
  • Bondu's toys are meant for children aged three to nine years old.
  • Senator Hassan is focusing on how Bondu collects and protects children's data.
  • The letter asked Bondu if AI tools caused the security problem and how they ensure data safety.
  • Bondu claims they use methods like encryption to secure user data.
  • Bondu has until February 23 to reply to the senator's questions.

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