Recent insights have uncovered the top global users of ChatGPT, showcasing a trend led by countries with robust IT industries.
Managed by OpenAI, ChatGPT has quickly become a key player in the AI landscape, gaining traction worldwide.
Interestingly, even though ChatGPT originated in California, the United States doesn’t top the list of its users, as highlighted by a survey from the Boston Consulting Group.
The survey aimed to assess public engagement with AI technologies, asking individuals about their use of ChatGPT and ranking responses accordingly.
India emerged as the leading user, with 45% of participants reporting use of the AI tool. Morocco followed closely with 38%, while the United Arab Emirates secured the third spot with 34%.
Indonesia and Argentina tied for fourth at 32%, and South Africa rounded out the list with 31%. Notably, no western countries made it into the top ranks of this study.
In the U.S., only 22% of respondents admitted to using ChatGPT, a figure mirrored in Australia, while the UK reported slightly lower at 21%.
The countries with the highest ChatGPT usage rates are characterized by their significant IT sectors, particularly India, the UAE, Indonesia, and China.
Moreover, with India, China, and Indonesia being among the most populated nations, these findings reflect opinions from over half of the global population. Both India and China, which reported an 18% usage rate, have populations exceeding 1 billion.
The survey also revealed that 75% of respondents have tried ChatGPT or a similar AI tool at least once, showing a greater optimism toward AI’s role in the workplace compared to other aspects of life.
Excitement about AI in lifestyle applications was reported at 43%, while 29% expressed concerns. Workplace enthusiasm was even higher, at 70%, with only 15% voicing apprehensions.
Furthermore, the researchers noted how consumers hold a complex perspective on these technologies, recognizing both opportunities for increased efficiency and fears about privacy.
This study emphasizes the importance for business leaders to prioritize consumer perspectives when scaling AI solutions. Instead of solely focusing on cost-effectiveness, understanding consumer sentiment is crucial for successful AI deployment worldwide.