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Despite Using AI, Only a Quarter of Tech Workers Trust It

Despite Using AI, Only a Quarter of Tech Workers Trust It

Summary

A survey by Google reveals that while 90% of tech professionals use artificial intelligence (AI), only 24% trust it significantly. The survey highlights concerns among tech workers about AI's reliability and potential flaws, despite its productivity benefits.

Key Facts

  • Google conducted a survey called the DORA report, gathering data from nearly 5,000 tech professionals worldwide.
  • 90% of these professionals use AI in their daily work.
  • Only 24% of tech workers have significant trust in AI.
  • 80% reported AI improves their productivity, while 59% said it improved code quality.
  • Trust issues stem from AI's potential biases and lack of accountability.
  • Job listings for entry-level software engineers decreased by 71% from February 2022 to August 2025.
  • The unemployment rate for recent computer science graduates is higher than for graduates in fields like art history and English.
  • Concerns over AI's flaws include potential bias in training data and errors in decision-making processes.

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