20 August 2026
Most Americans reject AI-generated advertising content, Gallup finds
First reported
Superhuman ran this on .
- Only 19% of Americans view AI in advertising positively, while 49% view it negatively, according to Gallup research.
- Young adults aged 18-29 show stronger rejection at 66% negative, compared to the general population.
- Americans accept AI for intermediate tasks like brainstorming and drafting, but reject it for final creative products like ads.
How it was covered
SuperhumanZain Kahn
Gallup research shows only 19% of Americans view AI in advertising positively versus 49% negatively, jumping to 66% for 18-29 year-olds. The newsletter emphasises the backlash extends beyond ads to AI-generated flyers, yet notes 75% accept AI for brainstorming and drafting if not final products, showing AI graphics have become politically divisive.