What does Gallup's Gen Z AI poll say?

Enthusiasm down sharply, anger up to 31%, but over half use AI weekly anyway — growth slowed.

Why is Gen Z angry about AI?

Fears over job risks, stunted learning (80% say it hurts long-term), and benefits not outweighing downsides at work.

Will Gen Z stop using AI?

Unlikely. They see it as necessary for school and careers, despite the hate.

Is AI deskilling Gen Z?

Gallup hints yes — faster work, but harder learning ahead.

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Gen Z's AI Fever Breaks: Still Hooked, But Fuming

Everyone figured Gen Z, the ultimate digital natives, would lap up AI like candy. Gallup's new report flips that script: enthusiasm's tanking, anger's spiking, yet they're still glued to it.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 4 min read

Gen Z student frustrated at laptop with AI interface glowing

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Gen Z excitement for AI dropped from 36% to 22%; anger rose to 31%. 𝕏
Over half use AI weekly, but 80% fear it hampers future learning. 𝕏
This signals broader backlash as AI embeds in jobs and education. 𝕏

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