AI Adoption in Australia

Abstract

Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) has moved rapidly from a niche technological development to a widely recognised and increasingly used tool within Australian society. This report provides one of the most comprehensive examinations to date of Australians’ familiarity with, use of, and attitudes toward GAI, as well as their expectations for governance and acceptable use. It draws on a nationally representative survey of Australian adults conducted in late 2025, supplemented by targeted interviews with Australian organisations adopting or preparing to adopt GAI systems. Together, these data provide new insights into how Australians understand and engage with GAI, who is benefiting from its emergence, and where capability, trust, and governance gaps are likely to shape future adoption and policy needs.