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Americans Have Turned Against AI in Incredible Numbers
Futurism • • business
Key Points:
- A Pew Research poll reveals that only 16% of Americans believe AI will have a positive impact on society, despite nearly half using AI chatbots like ChatGPT.
- AI chatbot usage has increased, with 49% of adults using them and 25% using them daily, up from 33% in 2024.
- Negative perceptions are prevalent, with 40% anticipating AI will harm society and 31% expecting a personal negative impact.
- Younger adults (Gen Z) are the most skeptical about AI's societal impact but also the heaviest users, while older age groups use AI less and have slightly less negative views.
- The disconnect between high usage and low approval may stem from workplace pressures and ethical concerns, posing challenges for AI's long-term acceptance and industry sustainability.
