Key findings about Americans and data privacy
71% of adults say they are very or somewhat concerned about how the government uses the data it collects about them, up from 64% in 2019.
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71% of adults say they are very or somewhat concerned about how the government uses the data it collects about them, up from 64% in 2019.
The share of Americans who say they are very or somewhat concerned about government use of people’s data has increased from 64% in 2019 to 71% today. Two-thirds (67%) of adults say they understand little to nothing about what companies are doing with their personal data, up from 59%.
Just 14% of all U.S. adults say they have used ChatGPT for entertainment, to learn something new, or for their work.
Asked to “imagine a better world online,” experts hope for a ubiquitous – even immersive – digital environment that promotes fact-based knowledge, offers better defense of individuals’ rights, empowers diverse voices and provides tools for technology breakthroughs and collaborations to solve the world’s wicked problems.
The tech landscape has changed dramatically over the past decade, both in the United States and around the world.
Negative views of technology companies’ impact on the country have nearly doubled since 2015, from 17% to 33%.
Many who use social media say they regularly see false or misleading content, but also view these platforms as offering new avenues for political engagement.
The trends in Americans’ views of social media tell a complex story. Read about the dynamics of Americans’ feelings toward social media.
Many experts say lack of trust won’t hinder increased public reliance on the internet. Some expect trust to grow as tech and regulatory changes arise; others think it will worsen or maybe change entirely.
Many experts say digital life will continue to expand people’s boundaries and opportunities. Yet nearly a third think that people’s overall well-being will be more harmed than helped in coming years.
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