"Grimes' AI toy Grok engages children with its unique voice"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Curio, a Silicon Valley start-up partnering with OpenAI, is developing Grok, an AI-powered plush toy that can engage in long-running, interactive conversations with children. The toy, shaped like a rocket, aims to provide an antidote to children's screen addiction and increase imagination levels. Grok will be voiced by musician Grimes, who is also an investor and adviser to the company. Curio plans to give parents control over the toy's conversations and provide full transcripts of interactions. The AI toy market is expected to be worth $35.11 billion by 2030.