A new Stanford report reveals a widening gap between what tech experts think of artificial intelligence (AI) and how everyday people feel about it. The study shows that while AI leaders are more optimistic about AGI, the average person is more concerned about their job security and rising energy costs.

The divide is stark: 56% of experts believe AI will have a positive impact on the US in the next two decades, but only 10% of Americans share this view. This gap is especially noticeable when it comes to key societal issues like healthcare and employment. In fact, while 84% of experts think AI will improve medical care, just 44% of the general public agrees.

The public's anxiety has even spilled into online reactions, with surprising support for attacks on tech leaders’ homes. One recent incident saw comments praising the attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home, mirroring past sentiments during corporate scandals. Meanwhile, trust in government regulation of AI is at an all-time low in the US.

Despite these concerns, some good news emerged: globally, more people now see AI as offering greater benefits than drawbacks, albeit with increasing nervousness about its impacts.