Gallup Poll Shows Decline in Gen Z Excitement About AI
A recent Gallup poll indicates a drop in excitement about artificial intelligence among Generation Z. Excitement levels fell 14 percentage points over the past year to 22%. Hopefulness about AI decreased by nine points to 18%.
sciencedaily.comA Gallup poll released this week reported a decline in Generation Z's attitudes toward artificial intelligence. Excitement about AI among Gen Z dropped 14 percentage points over the past year, reaching 22%. Hopefulness fell nine percentage points to 18%, according to the polling data.
Poll Details
The survey measures sentiment changes among this demographic group.
The data covers the period from approximately April 2025 to April 2026, based on the release timing. These figures reflect responses from Gen Z participants, defined typically as those born between 1997 and 2012.
Story Timeline
3 events- This week
Gallup released polling showing declines in Gen Z excitement and hopefulness about AI.
1 source@FortuneMagazine - Over the past year
Gen Z excitement about AI fell 14 points to 22%.
1 source@FortuneMagazine - Over the past year
Gen Z hopefulness about AI dropped nine points to 18%.
1 source@FortuneMagazine
Potential Impact
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Lower Gen Z enthusiasm may slow AI technology adoption in younger demographics.
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Tech companies could adjust AI marketing strategies targeting Gen Z users.
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Future polls might track if these sentiment trends continue or reverse.
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