Gen Z's Growing Backlash Against AI Reveals Deepening Concerns Over Job Security
Recent commencement ceremonies have highlighted a growing backlash among Gen Z against artificial intelligence (AI). Notable figures such as former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and Big Machine Records CEO Scott Borchetta faced boos from graduates when discussing AI's role in the future. A survey by the Walton Family Foundation, GSV Ventures, and Gallup found that Gen Z's excitement about AI has decreased by 14% over the past year, with rising anger towards the technology. This sentiment is fueled by fears that AI could threaten job security, particularly for entry-level positions. Despite these concerns, over half of the surveyed 14- to 29-year-olds report using AI regularly. 
