The More Young People Use AI, the Less They Like It
Summary
More young people in the U.S. are worried about artificial intelligence (AI) than excited by it. Even though many under 30 use AI tools regularly, their opinions have become more negative over the last few years.Key Facts
- 55% of American adults under 30 are more concerned than excited about AI in 2024, up from 31% in 2021.
- 66% of adults under 30 have used a chatbot, with 31% using one daily.
- The excitement about AI among young people dropped from 25% in 2021 to 11% in 2024.
- Young users fear AI’s impact on jobs, learning, and misinformation like deepfakes.
- Gen Z is more negative about AI’s effects on society compared to millennials.
- Many young people want slower data center construction and more government regulation of AI.
- The quick rise of AI tools like ChatGPT contrasts with slower adoption of past technologies, leading to uncertainty.
- Younger generations tend to "verify then trust" information, showing more skepticism toward AI creators and leaders.
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