HackerNoon Polls

HackerNoon Technology Polls

HackerNoon readers are younger, wealthier and more educated than the internet's average.
These polls represent where forward thinking technologists see the industry headed.

Would You Ride in A Self-Driving Car?

Tesla is starting trials on their robotaxi service, and Waymo continues to open up its services to more cities. So, we want to know if you would ride one of these autonomous cars.

328 Voters

Poll Results

Yes, I would
52%
Not now, but maybe in the future
25%
Absolutely not
18%
I already did, and I would do it again
3%
I already did, and I would not do it again
2%
Have you had the chance to use HackerNoon's "Boost Your Story" feature yet?

Boosted stories on HackerNoon get guaranteed homepage placement, featured spots in newsletters sent to ~350,000 engaged readers, and increased visibility across the site.

142 Voters

Poll Results

Yes, it worked out great!
35%
No, and I’m not sure what it does
32%
No, but I plan on trying it out!
18%
Yes, but it didn’t really change much
15%
How Are You Using AI at Work?

With AI adoption rapidly increasing in the workplace, what's your primary use for it?

276 Voters

Poll Results

Coding and Technical Tasks: Assisting with software development or data analysis.
26%
Not Yet/Just Exploring: I'm not currently using AI or am just starting to experiment with it.
23%
Writing and Editing: Drafting emails, reports, and other documents.
22%
Brainstorming and Idea Generation: Coming up with new concepts or solutions to problems.
15%
Research and Summarization: Quickly gathering information and summarizing long texts.
14%
What do you think about Nvidia’s pitch for “Sovereign AI”?

Nvidia is urging world governments to adopt “Sovereign AI” — national AI infrastructure built using its chips, software, and cloud partners. The idea is gaining traction among EU leaders, who are eager to reduce reliance on foreign tech ecosystems. But the approach also raises questions about vendor lock-in, autonomy, and what sovereignty really means in the age of AI.

139 Voters

Poll Results

I'm on the fence
28%
It’s a bad idea — It marginalizes smaller players; AI should be a global effort.
24%
It’s strategic overreach — Nvidia is pushing too far under the sovereignty banner.
24%
It’s the right move — Sovereign AI is crucial to avoid deeper power imbalances.
23%
Do You Still Own NFTs?

It's been a few years since the world was in an NFT craze, and it seems that many people have moved on. However, there are still some who believe in NFTs. So, the question remains, do you still own NFTs?

245 Voters

Poll Results

I never liked NFTs.
42%
Yes, and I'm still interested in NFTs.
26%
No. I'm done with NFTs.
20%
I still have some NFTs, but I'm no longer interested in them.
12%
Are You Good at Spotting AI-generated Content Online? (Including Text, Images, Videos/Deepfakes)

Are you able to trust what you see online?

341 Voters

Poll Results

I can sometimes spot AI-generated content and/or fakes but it's getting harder
44%
I'm pretty good at spotting AI generated content and/or fakes
34%
I can't spot AI-generated content and/or fakes — it's out of control!
12%
I don’t even trust verified sources now
10%
Slim & Sleek: Worth a Premium Price Tag?

With the recent launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and rumors of an upcoming ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, both at around the $1000 price tag, slimmer smartphones appear to be making a comeback in 2025. This trend is sparking discussion about design priorities and potential trade-offs, especially in the price-function correlation. Would you pay extra just for a significantly thinner and lighter design?

315 Voters

Poll Results

Thinness is a luxury feature I value and would pay more for.
45%
I'd expect a slimmer phone to cost less if it has a smaller battery or fewer features.
21%
No, slimness itself isn't worth extra money to me; features matter more.
13%
My budget is the main decider, regardless of how thick or thin the phone is.
11%
Maybe if it also feels exceptionally well-built and premium.
10%
With GTA VI off the Table This Fall, Which of These Launches Will You Grab Instead?

After Take-Two delayed Grand Theft Auto VI into next spring, rival publishers have rushed to secure the lucrative fall window—and in the meantime are doubling down on monetizing their existing and upcoming titles through robust live-ops (seasonal events, battle passes, DLC drops) to keep players engaged and revenues flowing.

206 Voters

Poll Results

Battlefield
23%
Mafia: The Old Country
15%
Other (share in the comments)
15%
EA FC
13%
Madden NFL
13%
Killing Floor 3
12%
Dying Light: The Beast
10%
Is AI Helping or Hurting Your Job?

361 Voters

Poll Results

It's replacing people — this isn’t progress
39%
It’s a productivity boost — I love it
28%
It’s neutral — useful, but overhyped
24%
It’s making me nervous — feels like a threat
9%
What’s your view on the new DOGE department and its government spending cuts?

In light of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)'s actions—such as cutting over 200,000 federal jobs, dismantling agencies like USAID, and accessing sensitive government data—how do you perceive its impact on the U.S. government?

176 Voters

Poll Results

DOGE poses a threat to democratic institutions and oversteps legal boundaries.
36%
I'm not familiar with DOGE or its initiatives.
27%
DOGE is effectively reducing waste and streamlining government operations.
20%
While some cuts are necessary, DOGE's approach is too aggressive and lacks transparency.
18%