Smart technologies are increasingly incorporated into toys, raising some concerns.

What could be more fitting for Sports Illustrated's annual swimsuit issue than Barbie, in her first swimsuit from 1959?

Could Mattel's new Spanish-language toy campaign spur big sales this holiday season?

Toy analysts say Mattel's core brands and its progress in high-tech toys have helped it do better than some other toymakers.

Mattel first sued MGA over its Bratz dolls nine years ago, contending their designer worked for Mattel when he came up with the idea. The legal battle goes on, long after Bratz faded.

You can get a Barbie-decorated stateroom, tea parties, fashion shows and more.