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Trust in AI Remains Low Among Americans, Edelman Report Finds
A new study from the Edelman Trust Barometer reveals that only 32% of Americans trust artificial intelligence (AI), compared to 72% of respondents in China. The global average trust level stands at 49%, with developed nations such as Germany, the UK, and Australia showing particularly low trust. Meanwhile, India and Nigeria exhibit the highest levels of confidence in AI, at 77% and 76%, respectively. The report notes that trust in major tech companies in the U.S. has dropped from 73% to 63% over the past decade. Experts suggest AI must demonstrate value and responsibility to gain public trust. Read More (The Hill Rating)
Trump Media Reports $400.9 Million Loss in 2024
Trump Media & Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social, reported a $400.9 million loss last year, with revenue declining 12% to $3.6 million. The company cited a revenue-sharing agreement with an undisclosed ad partner as a contributing factor. Following his presidential election win in November, Donald Trump transferred all of his shares, valued at $4 billion, to a trust managed by Donald Trump Jr. Truth Social was created after Trump was banned from major social media platforms in 2021. The company remains in an “early development stage” and does not disclose standard user engagement metrics. Read More (Associated Press Rating)
Microsoft Research Warns AI May Diminish Critical Thinking Skills
A new Microsoft Research study suggests that increasing reliance on generative AI (GAI) tools may weaken critical thinking skills. The study, which surveyed 319 knowledge workers using AI for tasks like writing, knowledge retrieval, and content generation, found that while AI can improve efficiency, it can also lead to over-reliance, reducing independent problem-solving skills. Some experts compare this concern to earlier debates about Google’s effect on human cognition. The findings highlight both the benefits and risks of AI integration in professional work. Read More (MediaPost Rating)
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That thing about 32% ai trust in Americans is very interesting. What does that mean? That they don’t want to use it or they don’t like it? How does this translate into real-world scenarios?