UK AI usage explodes

UK AI usage explodes

A new survey suggests that British citizens are embracing generative AI technologies like ChatGPT at a phenomenal rate


Sometimes the hype surrounding new technologies far outweighs the reality. But a new survey suggests that British citizens are embracing generative AI technologies like ChatGPT at a phenomenal rate.


When questioned by accounting group, 26% of UK adults have used a generative AI service, such as intelligent chatbots. This is equivalent to 13 million British citizens. And one in 10 Brits are now using AI tools at least once a day.


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Not just for fun


A lot of people have been ‘playing’ with ChatGPT to see what the platform is capable of. However, one in 10 (4 million people) are using generative AI for work.


The ability to produce convincing text and images has helped workers become more productive by allowing them to perform common tasks like writing emails, creating artwork or conduct research more quickly.


Surprisingly rapid adoption


Often new technologies take a long time to experience widespread adoption. Analysts note that it took five years for smart speakers like Amazon Alexa, Apple HomePod and Google Nest, to attract similar levels of uptake.


ChatGPT has experienced no such difficulties as people have embraced the platform from almost the moment it was released to the public. Undoubtedly some of this success is due to the fact that no special hardware is required to interact with generative AI – you can access most services from a PC or smartphone app. Smart speake ..

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