Pew Finds 63% of Americans Say AI Is Moving Too Fast as Chatbot Use Hits 49%
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Updated · The Verge · Jun 17
Pew Finds 63% of Americans Say AI Is Moving Too Fast as Chatbot Use Hits 49%
3 articles · Updated · The Verge · Jun 17
Summary
49% of Americans now use AI chatbots at least occasionally, up from 33% in 2024, even as 63% say the technology is advancing too quickly.
44% say they have used ChatGPT—double its 2023 level—while only 16% think AI will have a positive effect on society.
66% of adults ages 18 to 29 report using chatbots, yet 48% of that group expect AI to have a negative impact and just 14% a positive one.
34% of people ages 30 to 49 use chatbots at least daily, and roughly four in 10 Americans say they use AI for work tasks.
30% say AI makes them more productive and 28% more informed, but concern over unreliable information remains high after Pew's 2024 survey found 66% worried about AI spreading inaccuracies.
As AI chatbots become more human-like, what are the unseen risks to our mental health and social bonds?
Experts say AI will grow the economy, but will it create a future of unprecedented wealth for only a few?
With AI developing faster than laws can be written, who is truly in control of our technological future?
AI Adoption Surges to 50% Among U.S. Adults in 2026 Amid Rising Skepticism and Calls for Regulation
Overview
As of mid-2026, public sentiment in the United States toward Artificial Intelligence is marked by a rapid increase in adoption alongside deep-seated skepticism. AI is becoming a regular part of daily life, with about half of U.S. adults engaging with chatbots and a third owning smart speakers. Despite this widespread use, many people—including younger generations—remain concerned about AI’s broader impact on society and personal risks. This complex relationship highlights how growing integration of AI does not necessarily lead to greater public trust, revealing significant divides in attitudes and expectations.