
India leads the world in 5G users and genAI adoption, finds Ericsson study
FirstpostIndia’s 5G adoption continues to grow, with satisfaction rates among users climbing from 48 per cent in 2023 to 57 per cent in 2024. Image Credit: Pexels India is leading the charge in 5G adoption and generative artificial intelligence use, according to the 2024 Ericsson ConsumerLab Report, “Elevating 5G with Differentiated Connectivity.” The study, based on a survey of over 2,000 active 5G users across India’s Tier 1-3 cities, highlights the nation’s rapid digital transformation and readiness to embrace next-generation technologies. Satisfaction rates with 5G connectivity surging India’s 5G adoption continues to grow, with satisfaction rates among users climbing from 48 per cent in 2023 to 57 per cent in 2024. India leads in GenAI adoption The study reveals India’s global leadership in generative AI adoption, with twice as many Indian users engaging with daily GenAI applications compared to the US.
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