Gen Z Faces Growing Skepticism Over AI Usage

Serdar HocamAuthor & Editor

A Gallup survey reveals that more than half of Gen Z individuals use AI regularly, but skepticism toward the technology is also on the rise.

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Study: Gen Z is using AI, but skepticism grows

A new study shows that Generation Z frequently turns to artificial intelligence, yet concerns regarding the technology's negative impacts on learning, creativity, and job opportunities are steadily increasing.

Widespread Use Among Youth

A survey conducted by Gallup revealed that 51 percent of Gen Z participants regularly utilize generative artificial intelligence tools.

Learning and Creativity Concerns

A significant portion of the young people surveyed believe that such technologies could make learning new things more difficult in the future and negatively impact the development of independent thought.

Views of University Students

Students from the University of Utah noted that AI is useful for transforming lecture notes while also pointing out that it makes cheating easier.

Labor Market Anxieties

Approximately half of working Gen Z individuals believe the risks in the workplace outweigh the benefits, while the majority place more trust in work done without artificial intelligence.