Majority of americans fear ai's threat to humanity, poll reveals

A Quinnipiac University poll released on Wednesday indicates that 73% of Americans are either very or somewhat concerned that future AI systems could threaten human survival. The survey highlights a shift in public perception, with fears about AI extending beyond job losses and energy costs. Seventy-four percent of respondents expressed little to no trust in AI company leaders, while three-quarters emphasized the importance of establishing guardrails for AI systems. The Trump administration and the AI industry are working to improve AI's public image, including the recent signing of the 'White House Accord on Super Intelligence' by major companies like Meta, OpenAI, and Google. The accord outlines commitments to safety controls and external audits. However, the poll suggests that such measures may not be enough to alleviate public concerns, as industry leaders like Dario Amodei and Sam Altman have also called for additional safeguards and delayed model releases due to safety issues.