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Policy·Jun 17·all news from June 17, 2026

Only 16 percent of Americans think AI will have a positive impact on society, a new study shows

A new Pew Research study indicates that only 16 percent of Americans believe artificial intelligence will have a net positive impact on society. While investors remain enthusiastic about the sector, the public continues to express skepticism regarding the technology's influence on daily life and future outcomes.

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