Public Sentiment Turns Negative Toward AI and Data Centers Ahead of Anthropic and OpenAI IPOs

Public sentiment toward AI is declining in the U.S., raising concerns for OpenAI and Anthropic as they prepare for IPOs. Opposition to data centers is also growing, with $156 billion in projects delayed or canceled in 2025. The negative perception of AI is also reflected in recent events, such as an attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, which was reportedly motivated by anti-AI sentiment.

By Kate Rooney,Drew Troast · CNBC ·

Public Sentiment Turns Negative Toward AI and Data Centers Ahead of Anthropic and OpenAI IPOs

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Topics: AI public sentiment Anthropic CEO security data center projects midterm elections OpenAI

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