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The Download: AI’s popularity paradox and EmTech Future 2026

Thomas Macaulay· 5 octobre 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. People really hate AI, so why can’t they get enough? —Will Douglas Heaven Over the summer I talked to the CEO of Springboards, a startup building an LLM designed…

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AI's mixed feelings

Public opinion about artificial intelligence (AI) is deeply divided in 2026.

While more people now believe AI will have a negative impact than a positive one, its use continues to grow rapidly.

This paradox reflects a love-hate relationship with the technology.

The article suggests this contradiction stems from AI's pervasive presence in daily life, despite growing concerns about its ethical implications, potential for misuse, and the hype surrounding it.

The sentiment is shared by both the general public and professionals in the field, including journalists and startup founders, who acknowledge the technology's transformative potential while questioning its direction and consequences.

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