What influence will artificial intelligence (AI) and automation have on the general conditions and environment in which we will work in Germany in the future?
This topic is the focus of a current survey, the results of which have been published by GoDaddy, provider of website and domain services.
The representative survey, which was carried out in collaboration with GfK among 18 to 74 year olds, shows: A clear majority of people in Germany (72%) are convinced that AI and automation will sustainably change the world of work. This insight also highlights the growing awareness of the transformative power of these technologies.
Intergenerational expectation
The survey results show that the expectation of profound technological change cuts across all age groups and genders: 76% of men and 68% of women assume that AI will transform the world of work. What is particularly noteworthy is the high level of agreement among older respondents: 86% of 70 to 74 year olds share this assessment, while the majority (70%) of the youngest age group surveyed, 18 to 29 year olds, also believe there is a significant change goes out.
Clear support for investments in artificial intelligence
A growing majority of Germans are in favor of investing in the area of artificial intelligence. 51% of those surveyed are in favor of increased investments in order to strengthen Germany’s competitiveness and advance technological developments. This broad approval shows that AI is increasingly recognized as a central driver of innovation and progress in business and society.
“The growing support for increased investment in artificial intelligence shows that more and more people are recognizing the importance of AI for the future,” says Alexandra Anderson, Marketing Director DACH at GoDaddy. “Entering the world of AI is easier when you can count on support – with an experienced partner who provides the right tools and resources. GoDaddy helps small business owners and founders to successfully build their companies online – including in the area of AI.”
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USA: 50% of small business owners already use AI tools
A balanced discourse plays a crucial role in ensuring that the introduction of these technologies is responsible. “It is particularly important for founders to enter this debate early, to help shape it and to take advantage of the opportunities offered by AI in order to prepare their company for the future,” continues Alexandra Anderson. In the USA, small business owners have already recognized this. In a recent survey, 50% of owners said they had tried AI tools in the last few months.
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