Thailand – one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets for AI
Thailand has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets for artificial intelligence (AI), with OpenAI reporting that weekly active users of ChatGPT in the country have quadrupled over the past year.
Bangkok (VNA) - Thailand has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets for artificial intelligence (AI), with OpenAI reporting that weekly active users of ChatGPT in the country have quadrupled over the past year.
The figures were unveiled at the first OpenAI Forum recently held in Thailand. The forum, titled “AI LEAP: Turning Today’s Disruption into Tomorrow’s Advantage,” featured OpenAI Chief Strategy Officer Jason Kwon making his inaugural visit to Thailand, along with more than 100 business leaders.
Speaking at the event, Kwon attributed Thailand’s rapid AI adoption to the country’s inherent optimism about new technology. He suggested that the country’s positive outlook and adaptability position it to “leapfrog into the future” across sectors including education, healthcare, creativity and entrepreneurship.
New OpenAI data reveals that Thailand’s AI surge is primarily driven by users aged 18-24, who are incorporating ChatGPT into various aspects of their daily lives. The top five applications among Thai users are translation services, personal development advice, tutoring and learning, self-care guidance covering health and fitness, and personal writing assistance.
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