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Study: Gen Z is using AI, but skepticism grows

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Gen Z is using artificial intelligence regularly, but many young adults are also becoming more skeptical about how the technology could affect their learning, creativity and future jobs. A Gallup survey found 51% of Gen Z respondents use generative AI at least weekly.

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