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September 2, 2025

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September 2025 | Vol. XXIV - No. 9


Toys In The News 09/01/2025

By TDmonthly Staff
September 2025

Buzzfeed Unveils Gift Guide for Children Featuring STEM and Creative Toys.
The curated selection features items such as a Baby Yoda speaker, a 3D dinosaur cup, a unique board game, and STEM kits including a solar-powered robot. This collection aims to assist parents and gift-givers in finding suitable products for different age groups and interests.

 

HTF Mi Forecasts Global Pet Toys Market to Reach $18.7 Billion By 2033.
The report projects the market will expand at a compound annual growth rate of 11.90%, increasing its valuation from $7.5 billion in 2025 to $18.7 billion by 2033. This growth is largely driven by rising pet adoption, the humanization of pets, and increased expenditure on pet wellness, alongside evolving trends like smart pet toys and sustainable materials. The analysis covers products from chew and interactive toys to training collars and puzzle toys.

 

U.S. Drone Manufacturers Strong in Commercial Sector.
The report highlights a limited presence of U.S.-based companies in the consumer drone market, with many having shifted focus or ceased operations. Conversely, the enterprise and commercial space features notable players such as AgEagle, recognized for its eBee drones listed on the Blue UAS Cleared List, and American Robotics, which offers its automated Scout System for industrial applications. This overview clarifies key companies shaping the domestic drone industry.

 

Toys for Pittsburgh Tikes Hosts Claridge Party to Aid Regional Kids.
The non-profit organization collects and distributes between 250,000 and 500,000 toys, along with clothes and school supplies, annually to kids in Pittsburgh and surrounding communities. Founder Javid Shojaie stated these items are sorted by age and gender before being distributed to local police stations, community centers, hospitals, and charity organizations. The event, which featured bands, comedians, food trucks, and games, helps fuel their mission of providing essential items to children.

 



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AI robot-pets, 'Kidults' choices boost International Tokyo Toy Show
Toy fans of all ages, as well as industry professionals, braved the searing heat of August's final weekend to attend the 2025 International...
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Fox News
Experts warn AI stuffed animals could 'fundamentally change' human brain wiring in kids
Pediatric specialists raise concerns about toys like Grem, Grok and Rudi replacing parent-child interactions.
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BBC
More than 100 fake Labubu dolls seized from shops in Elgin
Moray Council has issued a safety warning over the fake toys which could be a choking hazard.
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Newsweek
Cat Owners Reveal the Best Near-Free Toys Their Pets Can't Get Enough Of
The owner made a homemade toy using a sweatshirt string and a scrunchie.
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People.com
How Much Is the Princess Diana Beanie Baby Worth? All About the Special Edition Toy (and Where to Find One)
NEED TO KNOW · The Princess Diana Beanie Baby was first sold in stores in 1997 · At the time of its release, retailers were limited to just 12...
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Bleeding Cool News
Slice and Dice with McFarlane Toys New 1/10 Wolverine #85 Statue
The world of Marvel Comics continues to come to life with McFarlane Toys as the debut new and iconic 1/10 scale statue.
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Financial Times
The kidults are more than alright for toy companies
There is more than just escapism at work as grown-up collectors and hobbyists swell the market.
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The DisInsider
‘Toy Story 5’ Preview Shows Off New and Returning Characters
At Disney's Destination D23, Pixar showcased a first look at Toy Story 5, opening with a sequence nicknamed the “Multi Buzz”: a flotilla of...

 








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