India is at the forefront of Generative AI adoption in the Asia Pacific region.
Deloitte’s newly released findings from its report, Generative AI in Asia Pacific: Young employees lead as employers play catch-up, highlight India’s remarkable engagement with Generative AI (GenAI). The survey reveals that 93% of students and 83% of employees in India are actively utilizing this technology. Based on responses from 11,900 individuals across the Asia Pacific, the report positions India as a leader among 13 countries in GenAI adoption, underscoring the urgent need for employers and policymakers to adapt to this swiftly advancing technology.
Developing economies are leading the charge with gen AI adoption, with take-up rates 30% higher than developed economies. –Deloitte Insights
The survey indicates that the widespread adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) is being propelled by tech-savvy young employees, referred to as “Generation AI.” These individuals are at the forefront of integrating GenAI into the workplace, presenting both challenges and opportunities for employers. According to the report, “Generation AI” is significantly contributing to saving work hours, fostering new skill development opportunities, creating more sustainable workloads, and enhancing overall productivity.
Historically, developed economies have been the early adopters of technological revolutions. For instance, by 2000, nearly half of the populations in Korea, New Zealand, and Australia had internet access, compared to less than 2% in China, India, and the Philippines. Similarly, cloud adoption began in developed economies in the mid-2000s, with developing economies following about a decade later.
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However, this trend has reversed with Generative AI (GenAI). Employees and students in developing economies are adopting GenAI faster than those in developed economies.
Developing regions such as China, India, and Southeast Asia have a 30% higher share of GenAI users compared to developed regions like Japan, Taiwan (China), Singapore, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. Specifically, Indian students and employees are 30% more likely to use GenAI compared to their peers across the Asia Pacific. Daily usage rates also reflect this trend, with 32% of those surveyed in India and 19% in Southeast Asia using GenAI daily, compared to only 8% in Australia and 4% in Japan.
Generative AI (GenAI) has the potential to revolutionize our work and innovation landscape. By boosting efficiency, enhancing quality, and fostering creativity, it enables businesses and universities to unlock exceptional growth opportunities.