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January 10, 2026
AI is coming for collectibles next
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TL;DR
- HeyMates and Buddyo are introducing AI-powered collectible figurines.
- HeyMates will launch its own Funko-esque figurines with RFID chips and interactive stands.
- Buddyo offers an AI Pod base that adds AI functionality to existing figurines using NFC technology.
- Buddyo's app allows users to create AI personalities for figurines by analyzing photos and backstories.
- The companies see a potential boom in the AI toy market, with plans for licensed characters and celebrity likenesses.
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