Half of Americans think AI is a threat, the other half don't. Who's right?

As artificial intelligence moves from tech circles into daily life, Americans are sharply divided over what it means for the future. A new Gallup survey finds that 49 percent of U.S. adults see AI as “just the latest in a long line of technological advancements that humans will learn to use to improve their lives and society.” The same number, 49 percent, say it is “very different from the technological advancements that came before, and threatens to harm humans and society.” Despite the split, most people expect AI to take over tasks that are creative or important, not just routine.… [Continue Reading]