Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it
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β’Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:49:58 +0000
π° What Happened
A new Gallup survey found that about 68% of Americans who use AI every day are worried about it. Concern is even higher among people who use AI less often.
Microsoft commissioned the study, which covers 37 countries. About 1,000 people were polled in each between April and July. The project will eventually cover 140 countries.
The United States leads in anxiety. 74% of Americans reported feeling worried, and only 36% expect AI to mostly help the country. In China and Singapore, most people expect AI to improve their lives.
π The Backstory
People use AI more and more for daily tasks, from recipes and homework to work projects. Using a tool often does not mean feeling good about it.
The findings come during a heated debate about AI safety and jobs. Tech firms have cut hundreds of thousands of jobs to invest in AI, and entry-level openings have shrunk.
Gallup found that positive feelings still outweigh negative ones overall. In 34 of the 37 countries, most people said they felt curious about AI. Only about 32% said they felt worried.
π― Why It Matters
Public worry can push governments to pass tougher AI rules. It also shapes how people use AI at school, at work and in healthcare.
A new Gallup survey found that about 68% of Americans who use AI every day are worried about it. Concern is even higher among people who use AI less often.
Microsoft commissioned the study, which covers 37 countries. About 1,000 people were polled in each between April and July. The project will eventually cover 140 countries.
The United States leads in anxiety. 74% of Americans reported feeling worried, and only 36% expect AI to mostly help the country. In China and Singapore, most people expect AI to improve their lives.
People use AI more and more for daily tasks, from recipes and homework to work projects. Using a tool often does not mean feeling good about it.
The findings come during a heated debate about AI safety and jobs. Tech firms have cut hundreds of thousands of jobs to invest in AI, and entry-level openings have shrunk.
Gallup found that positive feelings still outweigh negative ones overall. In 34 of the 37 countries, most people said they felt curious about AI. Only about 32% said they felt worried.
Public worry can push governments to pass tougher AI rules. It also shapes how people use AI at school, at work and in healthcare.