Global Attitudes Towards AI, Machine Learning & Automated Decision Making

Implications for Involving Artificial Intelligence in Public Service and Good Governance

How do people perceive the risks of using AI (Artificial Intelligence) and machine learning tools in decision making? Using survey data from a sample of 154,195 respondents in 142 countries, we analyze basic indicators of public perceptions about the potential harms and opportunities of involving AI in our personal affairs and public life. Public understanding of AI—its risks and benefits—varies greatly around the world.