A recent survey indicates minimal usage and slow uptake of highly touted artificial intelligence products like ChatGPT in the United Kingdom.
12,000 individuals across six nations, including the United Kingdom, participated. Only 2% of British respondents reported daily usage of such tools, in a sign of
However, researchers note a notable exception among young adults, particularly 18 to 24-year-olds, who display heightened interest in adopting the technology.
The study, conducted by the Reuters Institute and Oxford University, scrutinized perceptions of generative artificial intelligence tools—the latest innovations capable of delivering human-like responses to text, images, audio, and video prompts.
Generative artificial intelligence catapulted into public consciousness with the debut of ChatGPT in November 2022. OpenAI’s chatbot triggered a fierce competition among tech giants, prompting massive investments in generative AI development.
This surge in artificial intelligence innovation has sparked a vigorous debate over its potential societal impact. Optimists foresee economic growth and medical breakthroughs, while pessimists fear existential threats to humanity.
The research aimed to gauge public sentiment, revealing widespread expectations of significant societal changes, particularly in news dissemination, media production, and scientific research.
Interestingly, a majority of respondents believe generative AI will enhance their personal lives. However, opinions on its broader societal implications tend to be more pessimistic.
The growth in products and services that utilise artificial intelligence has grown significantly over the past few years. Most major companies have incorporated AI into both their internal and external processes. This trends is expected to continue apace with little signs of slowing down.