A new survey has shown that a significant portion of the U.S. population is concerned about the far-reaching consequences of implementing artificial intelligence (AI) in various aspects of life. Most respondents express fears about potential increases in unemployment, political manipulation, and social changes that could be triggered by new technologies.
This is reported by Finway
Fears About the Labor Market and Politics
- 71% of respondents believe that AI could permanently displace “too many people” from their jobs.
- 77% of those surveyed fear that artificial intelligence could be used to incite political chaos and misinformation.
- Nearly half oppose the use of AI in the military sector.
“According to the study, 71% of respondents believe that AI could permanently leave “too many people” without jobs. Although the unemployment rate in the U.S. remains relatively low (4.2% in July 2025), many express concerns about how such technologies are changing jobs, industries, and everyday life.”
Since the launch of the ChatGPT chatbot by OpenAI in 2022, public interest in artificial intelligence has significantly increased. Major corporations, including Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft, are actively developing their own innovative AI-based products, keeping the topic at the forefront of discussion.
Social and Societal Challenges
In addition to economic and political risks, Americans are concerned about the impact of AI on everyday life. About 48% of survey participants believe that the U.S. government should not use artificial intelligence in combat operations. Meanwhile, 24% support such applications, and 28% are still undecided on their stance.
Another issue causing concern is the energy consumption of the artificial intelligence industry. According to the survey results, 61% of respondents expressed worries about the scale of electricity consumption by data centers necessary for the operation of such technologies.
Social consequences also remain under close scrutiny. Two-thirds of respondents fear that people will start interacting more frequently with artificial intelligence, gradually moving away from face-to-face communication. The impact of AI on education has divided opinions: 36% believe that technologies will enhance learning, 40% disagree, while the rest could not provide an answer.
The study involved 4,446 adult residents of the U.S. The margin of error is approximately two percentage points. The data reflects a deepening anxiety among citizens regarding the extensive social, economic, and political changes that may accompany the further development of artificial intelligence.