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.

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.

138 Voters

Poll Results

I'm on the fence
28%
It’s a bad idea — It marginalizes smaller players; AI should be a global effort.
25%
It’s strategic overreach — Nvidia is pushing too far under the sovereignty banner.
25%
It’s the right move — Sovereign AI is crucial to avoid deeper power imbalances.
22%
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?

244 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?

339 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?

312 Voters

Poll Results

Thinness is a luxury feature I value and would pay more for.
46%
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.
9%
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.

193 Voters

Poll Results

Battlefield
24%
Mafia: The Old Country
15%
Other (share in the comments)
15%
EA FC
12%
Madden NFL
12%
Killing Floor 3
12%
Dying Light: The Beast
9%
Is AI Helping or Hurting Your Job?

359 Voters

Poll Results

It's replacing people — this isn’t progress
38%
It’s a productivity boost — I love it
28%
It’s neutral — useful, but overhyped
25%
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%
What's Your Go-to VPN?

Browsing the internet can be dangerous and can compromise your privacy, which is why many people turn to VPNs. Which one do you use, and would you recommend it to others?

577 Voters

Poll Results

I don't use a VPN
42%
NordVPN
21%
ProtonVPN
12%
Surfshark
9%
Other (Let us know in the comments below!)
9%
ExpressVPN
6%
Tariff Tug-of-War: Will US Tech Tariff Exemption Save Your Gadgets or Just Delay the Pain?

The US has imposed steep tariffs on most Chinese goods, but key tech products like smartphones, laptops, and chips are temporarily exempt, while accessories like chargers and headphones are not. These exemptions may not last, and uncertainty is rattling the tech industry. Will these moves protect consumers and innovation, or just postpone bigger problems?

421 Voters

Poll Results

Accessory Shock: Gadgets are safe, but accessories will get more expensive.
33%
No Big Deal: The tech world has been, and will adapt just fine.
26%
Short-Term Relief, Long-Term Pain: Exemptions help now, but future tariffs will hurt prices and innovation.
11%
Innovation Shift: Companies will move production or innovate elsewhere.
11%
Tariff Whiplash: Uncertainty will disrupt the whole tech industry.
10%
Unsure: More information is needed
9%
Are you planning on buying or upgrading to the Nintendo Switch 2?

The cat is out of the bag! Nintendo has priced the next version of its wildly popular at $449 (excluding any impact of US tariffs). Assuming that price holds, would you be interested in buying or upgrading?

231 Voters

Poll Results

I'm not interested in Nintendo consoles
29%
Hell yes! I'm buying on launch
24%
I'm planning to hold off on the purchase until I can find a good deal
24%
No way! That console is way too overpriced
23%