Why do some of us love AI, while others hate it? The answer is in how our brains perceive risk and trust

Paul Jones

doi:10.64628/AB.4amhwkexu

Why do some of us love AI, while others hate it? The answer is in how our brains perceive risk and trust

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From ChatGPT crafting emails, to AI systems recommending TV shows and even helping diagnose disease, the presence of machine intelligence in everyday life is no longer science fiction.

And yet, for all the promises of speed, accuracy and optimisation, there’s a lingering discomfort. Some people love using AI tools. Others feel anxious, suspicious, even betrayed by them. Why? ...

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.64628/AB.4amhwkexu
Publication status	Published - 3 Nov 2025

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