Ray Deck presents a study of 12,000 crowdsourced metaphors about how Americans see AI. In one year, perceived human likeness jumped 34% and warmth rose 41%, though competence dipped slightly. Women trust AI less than men, while older adults and non-white respondents trust it more.
Okay everyone, listen up! This is seriously fascinating. We just completed a massive study analyzing over 12,000 crowdsourced metaphors—think tool, teacher, friend, thief—to understand how Americans really perceive AI. Our big takeaway? Generally, people see AI as warm and competent. But here's the truly exciting part: over the past year, AI's human likeness soared 34% and warmth an incredible 41%, though competence dipped. These perceptions powerfully predict trust and AI adoption. Crucially, we found demographic disparities. Women trust AI less, while older and non-white individuals show higher trust. This research offers a vital framework and actionable insights for inclusive, responsible AI development. It's a game changer.
