This is why tech toys are dangerous
Toys are dangerous.
No, I'm not talking about toys with sharp edges, toxic materials or small parts that constitute choking hazards.
I'm talking about hacking -- a new threat to the safety of children. Last week, the risk got real.
Of course, smart and connected toys can be fun for kids -- and safe, too. But as we learned last week, the new generation of toys can pose serious risks.
A Hong Kong-based company called VTech got hacked Nov. 14. VTech makes a wide variety of consumer electronics and is one of the world's largest toy makers. Some of their toys encourage the use of VTech's Kid Connect program, which enables kids to chat with parents and download content.
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