Poll: Americans Skeptical of AI Even as Chatbots Spread

A Pew Research poll finds Americans expect AI to harm society more than help (16% positive vs 40% negative) even as 49% use AI chatbots and 25% use them daily; Gen Z shows the most usage but also the highest concern, while older groups use less and worry less. The disconnect between heavy adoption and negative perception, plus workplace pressures and industry hype, raises questions about AI's long-term viability.