96%
Australians are concerned about generative AI
Almost unanimous concern about generative AI
Australians are concerned about generative AI96percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
Australian AI Safety Statistics
Public opinion data on AI governance, regulation, and safety measures
Understanding Australian Opinion on AI Safety
We've collected key polling statistics showing how Australians feel about AI safety and regulation. The data comes from various research organisations and surveys, giving us a snapshot of public opinion on AI governance and risk management.
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94%
Australians believe Australia should lead international AI governance
Strong majority support for Australian leadership in global AI governance initiatives
Australians believe Australia should lead international AI governance94percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
93%
Experts found current Australian laws inadequate for managing AI loss of control risks
Existing laws largely innefectual for biggest risks
Experts found current Australian laws inadequate for managing AI loss of control risks93percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
86%
Australians support the creation of a new government regulatory body for AI
Clear support for establishing dedicated AI regulatory oversight
Australians support the creation of a new government regulatory body for AI86percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
83%
Australians more willing to trust AI systems adhering to international standards
Strong trust dividing from building international standards
Australians more willing to trust AI systems adhering to international standards83percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
80%
Australians think preventing AI-driven extinction should be a global priority
Majority view AI existential risk as critical global challenge requiring urgent action
Australians think preventing AI-driven extinction should be a global priority80percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
64%
Australians fear the loss of personal or societal control due the rise of AI
Australians fear the loss of personal or societal control due the rise of AI64percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population
25%
Australians believe AI presents a risk of human extinction in the next twenty years
Australians believe AI presents a risk of human extinction in the next twenty years25percentSurvey research
Public opinion on AI safety
Australian population