A new survey has found that Britons trust artificial intelligence (AI) more than the government, social media influencers, and even their own friends and family. The poll of 5,020 adults revealed that 44% believe AI will provide accurate facts, compared to just 38% who trust the government.
The research, compiled by OnePoll.com for 72Point.com, also showed that 57% of respondents think most public figures intentionally mislead people by reporting only facts that suit their agenda. Additionally, 17% said they trust AI more than their friends and family, while only 24% trust facts from social media.
Harry Gove, spokesperson for OnePoll.com, commented: “What's particularly revealing with this research is the growing perception that AI may deliver more reliable information than even close personal networks - friends and family included. The abundance of accessible, multi-sourced information is reshaping how trust is formed and where authority is placed.”
Of the 70% of adults who have used AI, 59% rely on it to answer questions, 42% for learning, 34% for writing assistance, and 33% for professional tasks. Overall, 59% of adults claim a good understanding of AI tools, and younger adults are more trusting: 66% of 25-34 year olds trust AI platforms like ChatGPT, Copilot, or Google Gemini.
However, 55% of Brits across all age groups believe it is becoming increasingly difficult to discern trustworthy sources of information.
