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AI: Americans have ‘profound connection between paychecks and human purpose’

Elon University’s Imagining the Digital Future Center found widespread concern that AI will cost jobs and that paychecks are tied to human purpose.

Published Oct 13, 2026, 9:51 AM EDT | WFMZZ

A new study from Elon University’s Imagining the Digital Future Center reports that 83% of American adults believe artificial intelligence will eliminate more jobs than it creates. The research also underscores a widespread view that paychecks are closely connected to human purpose.