The Digital Press

A new Pew Research Center survey shows Americans are wary of AI’s growing role, concerned about its impact on creativity and relationships, yet open to some AI assistance in daily tasks.

Why it matters: Over half of Americans want more control over AI use amid concerns it harms creative thinking and meaningful relationships.

The big picture: While skeptical about AI in personal life, most support its use in complex data tasks like weather forecasting and medicine.

Stunning stat: 57% of Americans rate AI’s societal risks as high, compared with only 25% who see its benefits as high.

Commenters say: Many express unease about AI weakening human skills and trust issues with identifying AI-generated content, balanced by cautious openness to AI’s practical help.