Observed Signal · Dec 5, 2023 · Survey Release · Source: Trending Topics · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Survey: Austrian Executives Want European ChatGPT Alternative
An adesso-commissioned survey of 100 Austrian executives conducted by market researcher heute & morgen in November 2023 shows ChatGPT has become a familiar workplace tool one year after its launch. 90% of respondents know ChatGPT, and around 60% have used it. Satisfaction is high, with 60% of users satisfied or very satisfied. 35% say generative AI saves them three to five hours of work per week, and nearly 10% report savings of more than five hours. However, 69% of executives would prefer a comparable generative AI application from a European provider. Heidelberg-based AI startup Aleph Alpha is named as a possible candidate, having recently raised half a billion dollars. The study highlights both the rapid adoption of generative AI in Austrian businesses and a growing call for 'AI Made in Europe'.
Survey quantifies ChatGPT adoption among Austrian executives and highlights growing demand for European generative AI alternatives, indicating market opportunities for AI vendors but no immediate industry-shifting impact.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- adesso commissioned a survey of 100 Austrian executives, conducted by heute & morgen in November 2023.
- 90% of surveyed executives know ChatGPT; nearly 60% have used it.
- 60% of respondents are satisfied or very satisfied with ChatGPT.
- 69% of executives want a comparable generative AI application from a European provider.
- Heidelberg-based Aleph Alpha, a possible European alternative, recently raised $500 million.
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