A new study has found that access to and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly concentrated among wealthier and more educated individuals, raising concerns about a widening digital divide . The research, based on data from more than 10,000 adults in the United States, shows that people with higher income and education levels are significantly more likely to be aware of, familiar with, and actively use AI technologies. Uneven Awareness And Usage Driving A New Gap The study highlights a clear pattern: individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are less likely to recognize where AI is being used or understand how to benefit from it. This gap goes beyond simple access to devices or the internet and reflects differences in awareness, skills, and usage. Unsplash Researchers describe this as a new form of digital inequality . While AI is becoming embedded in everyday tools – from hiring systems to content platforms—those who understand how it works can use it to their advantage.…