DCG, a global investor and builder of decentralized ecosystems, revealed results of a major new survey in partnership with The Harris Poll showing strong public backing for decentralized AI (deAI). The survey of 2,036 U.S. adults found 75% believe decentralized AI is more likely to drive innovation and progress than traditional centralized AI controlled by a few major players. These findings reflect a growing appetite among Americans for AI systems that prioritize transparency, privacy, and equitable access.
1. Public Sentiment on Decentralized AI
- 75% believe decentralized AI better supports innovation and progress.
- 77% see deAI as more beneficial to society overall than centralized AI.
- 72% would be more willing to use AI if there were more alternatives beyond Big Tech.
- 67% view centralized AI as more biased than decentralized AI.
2. Demand for Personal Control and Privacy
- 88% agree individuals should have more control over how AI uses their personal data.
- 71% consider decentralized AI more secure for personal data than centralized AI.
- 74% would be more comfortable using AI if they could benefit from their personal data.
3. Bipartisan Support for Decentralized AI
- 56% of voters prefer decentralized AI over centralized AI.
- Preference for decentralized AI crosses party lines, with majorities among both Republicans and Democrats.
4. The Emerging Role of Decentralized AI and Blockchain
- deAI combines AI with blockchain to democratize access, enhance transparency, and reduce risks such as bias and privacy violations.
- Technologies like Bittensor enable distributed AI networks where contributors share control and economic incentives.
- DCG subsidiary Yuma supports early-stage projects building on Bittensor to expand decentralized AI ecosystems.
5. DCG’s Commitment and Advocacy
- DCG is engaging policymakers to promote balanced regulations fostering innovation and protecting consumer interests.
- Recent events like the DCG Fly-In in Washington, D.C., underscore ongoing efforts to influence AI, privacy, and energy policy.
- DCG actively invests in and incubates decentralized ecosystem projects to shape an inclusive AI future.
The DCG and Harris Poll survey highlights a strong shift in consumer attitudes toward decentralized AI as a more trustworthy, innovative, and equitable alternative to centralized AI controlled by major tech companies. With bipartisan support and growing public demand for privacy and transparency, decentralized AI represents a critical path forward in the evolving AI landscape. DCG’s leadership and investments in decentralized AI ecosystems like Bittensor position it at the forefront of this transformational movement.
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