AnalysisBusinessAugust 19, 2026

Pew: 52% of Americans more concerned than excited about AI

A Pew study finds 52% of Americans are more concerned than excited about AI in daily life, up from 37% in 2021. A CNBC poll of 18-to-34-year-olds found most distrust top AI leaders, and companies are sweetening data-center deals — including $50,000 teacher bonuses in Louisiana — per WSJ.

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