Norwegian youth’s AI usage rises to 35%, sparking concerns over job losses and misinformation

A recent report indicates that 35% of Norwegian youth utilize artificial intelligence (AI) weekly or more, marking an increase from 27% the previous year. Released by the analysis agency Opinion, the report titled “Youth 2025” focuses on values and attitudes among individuals aged 15 to 25 in Norway.

Almost half of the surveyed young people report using AI for schoolwork, while around 30% employ AI tools for search functions or entertainment. ChatGPT emerges as the most popular AI tool, closely followed by Snapchat’s My AI. One student, Helena Grødum, 18, mentioned using AI for IT projects and noted its assistance in proofreading due to her dyslexia.

Despite the growing reliance on AI, 40% of respondents express concern that it could lead to significant job losses, especially for those with lower educational qualifications. Grødum emphasized that while AI can improve efficiency, it might also create a dependency on quick solutions without proper learning.

The report found that males utilize AI more frequently than females, with younger individuals being the most active users. Samuel Mayani, also 18, described AI as a tool that alleviates stress in his academic life, particularly in mathematics.

However, 40% of youths rarely or never use AI, and 15% report never using it at all. Many worry that excessive use could foster laziness or make them overly reliant on AI for problem-solving. Additionally, only 17% trust the accuracy of information provided by AI, while 60% fear an increase in misinformation.

Some students like Grødum use AI primarily for inspiration rather than factual information, reflecting a broader skepticism toward AI-generated content. Both her and Mayani anticipates a dramatically different future influenced by AI developments.