Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan American research organization that publishes survey data on public opinion and social trends. Recent coverage cites its AI findings: nearly half of U.S. adults use AI chatbots, 71% fear AI will erode jobs, and more adults expect AI to hurt them than help. These figures appear in stories on Cybersecurity Month, White House economics, and ChatGPT reaching a billion monthly users.
People hate AI but can't stop using itMore US adults expect AI to hurt them than help, especially the young, yet ChatGPT just hit a billion monthly users. The frustration is less about the tech itself than corporate overreach and hype; unlike social media, AI still offers consumer choice and all 50 US states have passed or proposed AI laws.
Cybersecurity Month warns AI chat histories pose identity theft risksDuring Cybersecurity Awareness Month, experts warn that personal details shared with AI chatbots could be exploited by identity thieves. Nearly half of U.S. adults use AI chatbots, according to Pew Research Center, and oversharing increases risks. Aura president Thomas Clayton discussed these risks and protective steps.
White House economist: AI creates, not kills, jobsNEC Director Hassett cited academic studies showing firms adopting AI see sales, employment and wages rise, while non-adopters struggle. Pew found 71% of U.S. adults fear AI will erode jobs.
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