There are massive disparities in how people view AI, in their degree of nervousness, excitement, trust in systems, and personal impact. This updated Ipsos AI Monitor 2025 shares many fascinating insights.
English-speaking countries remain the most nervous and unexcited, with Asia dominating as most positive nations.
The second chart I've shared here is interesting, in that while people are relatively positive about the impact of AI on their job and also the economy, they are considerably less positive about the impact of AI on the job market.
Not surprisingly, those nations that believe AI will benefit the economy are most likely to be excited.
The global average for believing AI will profoundly change their life in the next 3-5 years is 67%, ranging from 52% in Britain to 84% in Indonesia. So most people
Of course, if people believe AI will profoundly change their lives there is likely cause for at least some nervousness and hopefully also excitement.
Where the balance lies in a nation, and within any specific organization, must shape governance and change initiatives to maximize good cause for excitement and minimize cause for nervousness.
Because it is a wild ride.