Wyatt Goolsby

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a part of our daily lives, but not everyone is happy about it. AI is booming. Whether it's on smartphones, tablets, or other devices you might have connected to a Wi-Fi, artificial intelligence is more prominent at home and at work. However, Americans are hesitant to say that's necessarily a good thing for our society. Cybersecurity expert Keith Barthold, with DKBInnovative, says there's good reason to be cautious about new technology.

Younger Americans are in no rush to start driving. Gen-Zers, also known as Zoomers, are more likely to wait to get a driver's license and a car. In 1997, the number of 16-year-olds with a license or permit was more than 40%. By 2020, that number had dropped to 25%. Teens and young adults today are more likely to call an Uber or use public transit. Houston attorney Michele Maples says young Americans don't feel like they have to get a license and a car as soon as possible.

America is aging rapidly. Older Americans are one of the fastest-growing groups in the country. A recent study found almost 17% of people living in the U.S. were 65 and older in 2020. Much of the aging stems from the baby boom, as nearly half of boomers are now 65 and older. David Balat, with the Texas Public Policy Foundation, says the shift is noteworthy, but not surprising. “I think this is something that has been expected,” Balat explained.