75 percent fearful, concerned about AI: Poll

The Hill - Sep 24, 2026

A majority of Americans are worried about AI's progress as tech industry leaders and lawmakers call for its development to slow, according to a poll released Thursday. Three quarters of respondents to CNN's new survey reported some level of “fear and concern” when it came to “growth and development of AI technology.” The remaining 25...

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