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Briefing
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- Talking Doll Ban – German authorities ban distribution of U.S. made talking doll, named Cayla, in Germany, ordering doll removed from retail shelves
- Cayla Features – Can answer questions and play games using Bluetooth and Internet connection, along with speech-to-text technology
- Hacking Concerns – Can be breached easily through unsecure Bluetooth connection, opening door for potential hacking and spying on children
- Privacy Groups' Complaints – Filed with U.S. Federal Trade Commission on December 6, 2016, alleging that Cayla maker Genesis Toys and partner Nuance recorded and transmitted children’s voices without permission
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Market Disruption
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Sector
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Consumer Durables, Wholesale and Retail Trade
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Organization
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Genesis Toys, Nuance Communications Inc.
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Source
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Fogel, S., "Germany bans creepy doll over privacy concerns",
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Shankar, D., "Germany bans talking doll Cayla over security, hacking fears",
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Wells, G., "Talking dolls may spread children’s secrets, privacy groups allege",
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AcceleratingBiz analysis
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Original Publication Date
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February 17, 2017
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