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The Global AI Index
The first index to benchmark nations on their level of investment, innovation and implementation of artificial intelligence.
Making sense of artificial intelligence… on a global scale
Artificial intelligence is a transformative phenomenon in business, government and society. But it is also commonly misunderstood or misrepresented.
The Global AI Index is making sense of artificial intelligence in 62 countries around the world.
We have examined the forces accelerating development in artificial intelligence through three pillars of analysis; investment, innovation and implementation.
Rankings
Use the toggle to switch between our Index’s ranks – where countries stand – or score – how far or close they are to each other. Use the arrows to sort the columns.
The Pillars
The Global AI Index is underpinned by 143 indicators split across seven sub-pillars: Talent, Infrastructure, Operating Environment, Research, Development, Government Strategy and Commercial. Each indicator pillar was weighted for importance after consultation with experts across the field.
Talent
Focuses on the availability of skilled practitioners for the provision of artificial intelligence solutions.
Infrastructure
Focuses on the reliability and scale of access infrastructure, from electricity and internet, to super computing capabilities.
Operating Environment
Focuses on the regulatory context, and public opinion surrounding artificial intelligence.
Research
Focuses on the extent of specialist research and researchers; investigating the amount of publications and citations in credible academic journals.
Development
Focuses on the development of fundamental platforms and algorithms upon which innovative artificial intelligence projects rely.
Government Strategy
Focuses on the depth of commitment from national government to artificial intelligence; investigating spending commitments and national strategies.
Commercial
Focuses on the level of startup activity, investment and business initiatives based on artificial intelligence.
Explore the data
Position, size and compare countries based on their results on The Global AI Index.
Private forum
The AI Forum
A regular series of private events and dinners with leading AI experts from business and academia.
Policy Tools
National Dashboards
Bespoke real-time dashboards for individual countries.
Our advisors
We’ve convened experts from a variety of sectors, ranging from industry and academia to government. Each offers a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence.
Our partners
We’re grateful to our partners for supporting the work we’re doing.
conversations
The Tortoise Intelligence team in conversation with AI experts.
Commentary & insight
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