Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it
The report suggests that greater exposure will not resolve the unease around the technology, nor reduce public support for AI regulation.
In a new Gallup survey, it is found that approximately 68% of Americans who regularly utilize artificial intelligence (AI) are apprehensive about its implications for society. This sentiment is even more prevalent among less frequent AI users. As debates intensify regarding the potential dangers of AI, rapid advancements, and allegations of anti-competitive behavior, the correlation between AI adoption and public enthusiasm is not as straightforward as it may seem.
Conducted on behalf of Microsoft, the study has gathered data from 37 countries, with 1,000 participants in each country between April and July. However, notable countries like India, Australia, and Malaysia are absent from the current findings. The results suggest that Americans rank among the most anxious populations regarding AI, with 74% expressing worry and only 36% anticipating AI to primarily benefit the country.
Western nations generally exhibit the highest levels of concern, with the United States leading the pack. Canada and Singapore, for instance, show a similar pattern of moderate AI usage and significant concern. While optimism about AI's potential benefits is widespread, it does not necessarily reflect a corresponding level of trust in the technology's accuracy.
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