AI is coming for collectibles next

A new trend in consumer electronics emerged this year with AI-powered collectible figures that use NFC tags to add artificial intelligence to figurines like Funko Pops. Buddyo’s smart base is a prime example, designed to integrate AI capabilities into collectible items using NFC technology. This innovation has sparked interest among collectors and enthusiasts, who are now looking for ways to bring digital entities into their physical toy collections. The use of natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning algorithms enables users to engage in conversations with virtual versions of famous figures such as sports stars and superheroes, blurring the line between reality and fantasy.