AI Divide Mirrors '90s Internet Buzz

A recent NBC News poll finds American views on artificial intelligence echo the early buzz about the internet from the 1990s. AI chat tools such as ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini and Microsoft’s Copilot become widely adopted. Nearly three-fourths of adults report having used these tools while 44% say they use them regularly. The poll draws parallels with past attitudes toward the internet, noting that many concerns remain as new challenges and benefits arise. Opinions sharply divide on AI’s promise; 44% believe AI will improve life, while 42% worry it will harm society. Many even support classroom bans as a way to better prepare students for the future.