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.
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Which of these social media apps do you use most frequently?
"With social media influencing everything from news to personal connections, this poll seeks to identify which platform is most frequently used by you. Your response contributes to a broader understanding of contemporary media consumption."
39% Youtube
24% Instagram
11% Twitter
4% Spotify
11% Facebook
9% Reddit
227 Voters
When You Need Answers, Where Do You Turn to?
With chatbots getting more advanced, some people are turning away from Google and Bing to seek answers in chatbots instead. When you're desperately seeking info, where do you turn?
32% Google
6% Bing
37% ChatGPT
13% Perplexity
10% Other (let us know in the comments!)
397 Voters
Will true decentralization ever be achieved?
Decentralization - the ultimate goal of modern internet development. Will it be able to leverage blockchain and peer-to-peer networks to shift power from central authorities to communities, promoting collective trust and transparency?
21% Yes – True decentralization is achievable. Innovative technologies and evolving governance models can eventually overcome centralized power structures.
22% No – It’s unlikely true decentralization will ever be realized. Challenges like scalability, economic incentives, and inherent human tendencies toward hierarchy may always lead to some centralization.
43% It depends – It may depend on the definition and context. The feasibility of true decentralization can vary depending on how it is defined across technical, political, and social contexts.
12% Unsure – I need more information before deciding. The complexities and evolving nature of decentralization leave some uncertain until further evidence and developments emerge.
310 Voters
Can Trump's Proposed U.S. Crypto Reserve Be Trusted?
Donald Trump has proposed a U.S. "Strategic Crypto Reserve" to boost the nation's role in digital assets, initially including XRP, Solana, and Cardano—later expanding to Bitcoin and Ethereum. He claims this initiative will counter past regulatory crackdowns and solidify the U.S. as a crypto leader. However, questions remain about the transparency, oversight, and potential conflicts of interest—especially given Trump’s personal involvement in crypto ventures.
35% Yes, it’s a smart move regardless of the messenger
26% No, it’s risky and untrustworthy
24% It’s just a political stunt
12% Not sure yet
372 Voters
Has Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency gone too far?
From cutting federal jobs to slashing budgets, Musk is not coming in slow. Has he gone too far?
34% It's not going nearly far enough
12% Some of the moves are extreme but necessary
8% I'm not sure
43% Someone needs to shut DOGE down
403 Voters
Has the TV streaming industry completely ruined itself?
Streaming was supposed to save us from cable… but now it feels worse. More services, rising prices, and ads everywhere—has the industry ruined itself? Vote now!
31% Yes! Too expensive, too many services
25% Cable was better—at least it was simple
36% I just pirate now, like everyone else
7% No, more options = better content
582 Voters
Which Is the Best Chatbot?
The AI/chatbot race is in full force, and we want to know which one you think is the best in terms of factual correctness, creativity, etc.
40% ChatGPT
18% Claude
10% Perplexity
24% DeepSeek
5% Other (Let us know in the comments below!)
512 Voters
How do you view the impact of Trump’s tariffs on the technology sector and U.S. consumers?
Recent reports highlight that Trump's tariff policy is stirring debate. While the tariffs aim to boost domestic production and protect American jobs, they are also linked to rising consumer prices and challenges for tech companies, leaving the overall impact uncertain.
26% Boost for Domestic Innovation: Tariffs support U.S. jobs and tech production despite slight price hikes.
19% A Pricey Gamble: Tariffs raise costs for tech companies and consumers with unclear benefits.
10% Mixed Effects: The policy shows both upsides and downsides across sectors.
44% Outdated Strategy: Tariffs disrupt global supply chains and increase prices in today's economy.
219 Voters
Is China's DeepSeek the Biggest AI Breakthrough Yet?
Chinese AI company DeepSeek has taken the tech world by storm with the release of its open reasoning model, R1. It’s said to outperform OpenAI’s models in some areas and cost just $5.6 million to train—way less than the hundreds of millions spent by big players like OpenAI and Google DeepMind. Its success, achieved despite U.S. sanctions, has sparked debates about the future of AI development.
42% Yes, it's a game-changer.
22% No, just impressive.
25% Too early to tell.
9% It's overhyped.
474 Voters
What’s your go-to productivity app this year?
25% Notion
25% Obsidian
36% ChatGPT/Bard/Copilot
11% Something else (share in comments!)
360 Voters