The rapid rise ofAIhas evoked mixed feelings to say the least.
Some experts champion it as a force for good, while others forewarn it poses a risk of extinction.
Respondents are also excited about AIs integration into healthcare diagnostics, road assistance, and flight and hotel recommendations.
However, the vast majority of the European consumers surveyed believe that society isnt ready yet for AI.
Behind the hesitation lie concerns over the spread of misinformation, child protection, and personal data privacy.
Specifically, no more than three in ten respondents trust generative AI with their personal data.
In the UK and Spain, the top fear is AIs irresponsible development by tech companies.
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Over half of respondents across all markets agree that AI should be heavily regulated by the government.
Nevertheless, significant concerns over the potential abuse of technology and its uncontrollability still remain.
Story byIoanna Lykiardopoulou
Ioanna is a writer at TNW.
With a background in the humanities, she has a soft spot for social impact-enabling technologies.
