Young adults express more concern than excitement about AI's impact

In the U.S., a Pew Research survey found that 55% of young adults are more concerned than excited about AI. This marks a significant increase from 31% in 2021. Concerns center on AI's potential to reduce jobs, stifle creativity, and negatively impact human connections.

Young adults express more concern than excitement about AI's impact
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Updated Aug 21, 2026 First published Aug 19, 2026
Mestios ReporterCole HarrisonAlex Moreno

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