70% Americans worried about AI Growth, 30% fear their jobs may disappear: Surveys

Recent surveys reveal deep public concern over artificial intelligence in the U.S., with nearly 70% of Americans stating AI is advancing too quickly, according to reports from Semafor. Over half hold negative views, particularly younger respondents, where only 18% feel hopeful about AI’s future. A Quinnipiac University poll found 70% believe AI will reduce job availability, while 30% fear their own jobs may become obsolete. Businesses worldwide are accelerating AI adoption, with 77% of executives prioritizing growth and innovation, per Thoughtworks research involving 3,500 IT leaders and consumers across seven countries. Large enterprises show even stronger commitment, with 92% focusing on AI-driven growth, and 27% expecting revenue growth of up to 10% within a year. Optimism is highest in India and Brazil, where nearly half of executives anticipate over 15% growth in five years. Despite corporate enthusiasm, 97% of Americans support AI regulation, though opinions differ on oversight responsibility. Around 54% favor government-led rules, while an equal share believe tech companies should collaborate on self-regulation. Senator Bernie Sanders highlighted these concerns on X, calling for Congress to act on public anxiety over AI’s impact on jobs and safety. The divide underscores a tension between rapid AI deployment by tech giants like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Meta and public demands for safeguards. Thoughtworks’ survey also found AI is increasingly seen as a driver of innovation beyond cost-cutting, yet public unease persists over its unchecked expansion. The debate now centers on balancing technological progress with ethical and economic protections.