YouGov

The YouGov poll provides a comprehensive snapshot of American public sentiment towards artificial intelligence in mid-2025, highlighting a significant shift in perceptions about AI's potential risks and impacts. The survey reveals a growing unease about AI, with nearly half of respondents expressing concerns about existential threats, technological dependency, and potential societal disruptions. The research methodology is robust, using a representative sample of 1,112 U.S. adult citizens and carefully weighted across multiple demographic factors. Key findings include increased skepticism about AI's accuracy and ethics, with 50% distrusting AI's information provision and 67% doubting its ability to make ethical decisions. While concerns about job displacement have slightly decreased, the overall sentiment suggests a more nuanced and cautious approach to AI technology, reflecting the public's awareness of both potential benefits and significant risks.