A new international survey has found that Bangladesh is among the four lowest-ranked countries in the world regarding awareness and usage of artificial intelligence (AI). The country also ranks at the top of the list of nations least optimistic about the impact of AI.
According to the joint Gallup-Microsoft survey, 64.2 percent of respondents in Bangladesh had never heard of AI. A further 25.7 percent were aware of the technology but had never used it, while only 10.1 percent had tried AI at least once.
Survey Findings
The survey, published on Thursday (November 11), assessed people's knowledge of AI, their usage patterns, and their opinions on the technology's future impact across various countries worldwide.The findings indicate that a vast majority of the Bangladeshi population remains unfamiliar with AI technology. Among those who are aware of AI, a significant portion has not had the opportunity to use it. Only slightly more than one-tenth of the population has gained any hands-on experience with AI.
Position on Optimism
Bangladesh also fared the worst when it came to optimism about AI's impact. Respondents from the country showed the lowest levels of confidence that AI could bring about positive change. This result suggests that widespread awareness about the proliferation of AI technology and its potential benefits is still lacking in the country.As AI technology rapidly expands globally and its applications grow across various sectors, Bangladesh's position presents a significant challenge. The survey results are particularly notable given the country's progress in the broader technology sector.
