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Artificial intelligence is already part of daily life for a large number of people in Luxembourg, according to a new survey published on Wednesday by the Quest Institute.
The survey, conducted between 24 June and 2 July among 600 residents, sought to better understand attitudes towards AI, its uses, benefits and potential risks. Quest described the results as "full of surprises", revealing that "contrary to all expectations, artificial intelligence arouses far less mistrust than expected and is already establishing itself as a familiar tool for a large part of the population."
By mid-2025, AI is clearly embedded in the everyday routines of many residents. More than 70% of those surveyed said they had already used an AI tool, with three in ten reporting regular use and one in five saying they use it "several times a day". As expected, younger people are the most active users.
Notably, AI is primarily used in people’s private lives. Eight out of ten users say they turn to AI for personal rather than professional reasons. The most popular tool, by far, is ChatGPT, cited by more than 80% of respondents.

© Quest / Survey July 2025
What is AI used for?
The reasons are practical: 58% use AI to search for answers to questions, while 45% use it for writing, structuring texts, or helping develop arguments.
According to Quest, the novelty factor seems to have worn off. "Only 8% still consider AI a gadget," the survey notes.
"Mistrust exists, but remains in the minority," says Quest, with just 14% of participants admitting they use AI tools despite having reservations.
As for the overall mood, Quest concludes that "the population is giving in to neither naive enthusiasm nor fear." Instead, 77% of respondents "adopt a balanced stance, recognising both opportunities and dangers."
Opportunities and concerns
Two major concerns stood out: 36% of respondents fear a decline in cognitive abilities such as memory, critical thinking and creativity, while 32% are worried about the manipulation of public opinion through opaque or misleading AI-generated content.
At the same time, optimism remains strong. One in five believe AI will accelerate research and innovation, and 35% see it as a catalyst for scientific and medical breakthroughs in areas directly impacting society.
As for the broader impact, opinions are split (but slightly more optimistic) on how AI will affect quality of life and the European economy. However, in the area of education, concern outweighs optimism, with 41% fearing AI will negatively influence learning.
Perhaps most strikingly, 41% of those surveyed believe AI could one day develop a form of consciousness.