Nearly two years after OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT, which sparked the generative AI revolution, we’re examining how different countries have adopted this technology.
A recent survey by Boston Consulting Group provides insights into ChatGPT usage across various countries.
Global ChatGPT Usage
The survey reveals significant variations in ChatGPT adoption worldwide. Here are the top 10 countries by percentage of surveyed population using ChatGPT:
| Country | % Using ChatGPT |
|---|---|
| 1) 🇮🇳 India | 45% |
| 2) 🇲🇦 Morocco | 38% |
| 3) 🇦🇪 UAE | 34% |
| 4) 🇦🇷 Argentina | 32% |
| 5) 🇧🇷 Brazil | 32% |
| 6) 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 32% |
| 7) 🇿🇦 South Africa | 31% |
| 8) 🇵🇠Philippines | 28% |
| 9) 🇸🇪 Sweden | 27% |
| 10) 🇰🇷 South Korea | 26% |
India leads the pack with 45% of surveyed individuals using ChatGPT, potentially due to its large IT sector where ChatGPT could be a valuable asset.
Usage Patterns and Demographics
An interesting correlation emerges: countries with younger median ages tend to have higher ChatGPT usage rates. This may be attributed to younger populations being more tech-savvy and open to adopting new technologies.
Usage patterns also differ across countries:
| Country | Primary Usage |
|---|---|
| India, Philippines | Specific objectives (research, virtual assistant) |
| U.S., Germany | Mostly “playing around” with the technology |
Global Sentiment Towards AI
The survey also gauged overall sentiment towards AI:
| Sentiment | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Excited | 40% |
| Conflicted | 28% |
| Concerned | 29% |
Key Takeaways
- Younger countries by median age tend to have higher ChatGPT adoption rates.
- Usage patterns vary, with some countries utilizing ChatGPT for specific tasks while others are still exploring its potential.
- About 40% of respondents are excited about AI, indicating a generally positive outlook on the technology’s future.
As AI continues to evolve, it will be interesting to observe how these usage patterns and sentiments shift across different countries and demographics.
