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52% of Americans 'Concerned' About AI; Concerns Outweigh Hopes
Americans' 'Concern' Over AI Spreads
According to the latest survey by the Pew Research Center, 52% of Americans expressed greater concern than hope regarding artificial intelligence (AI) in their daily lives. In contrast, only 10% of respondents expressed more hope than concern about AI. This figure reflects the public's cautious attitude, despite AI's proliferation across various sectors.
AI's Spread in Daily Life and Public Attitudes
AI has already become a part of many Americans' daily lives in various sectors, including work, school, and healthcare. Despite this proliferation of AI, the public remains somewhat open to its potential benefits while still maintaining a cautious stance. Based on surveys conducted over the past five years, the Pew Research Center summarized 13 key findings on how Americans use and view AI, and where they perceive its possibilities and risks. The Center has made tracking the rise of AI and people's experiences with it a key priority.
*Source: Pew Research Center (2026-03-12)*
