Many people believe Chinese Artificial Intelligence models are leading the global tech race – even in countries considered key US allies – according to a new poll by the London-based consultancy Public First.However, the poll also revealed that China lags in trust regarding its AI models.The survey, which covered over 18,000 people across 15 countries, found that respondents from 11 nations acknowledged China’s AI leadership. These included Canada, Britain and France, where at least 40 per cent of those polled deemed China to be outpacing the US in AI capability and innovation.
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China’s AI outpaces global rivals but trails in trust, survey shows
A new poll by Public First, a London-based consultancy, surveyed over 18,000 people across 15 countries regarding perceptions of artificial intelligence development. The survey found that respondents in 11 nations, including key US allies like Canada, Britain, and France, believe China's AI models are leading the global tech race.
Richard ChenSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-06-16 · 12:41 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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A new poll by Public First, a London-based consultancy, surveyed over 18,000 people across 15 countries regarding perceptions of artificial intelligence development. The survey found that respondents in 11 nations, including key US allies like Canada, Britain, and France, believe China's AI models are leading the global tech race. In these countries, at least 40 percent of those polled acknowledged China's perceived AI leadership and innovation over the US. However, the poll also revealed a significant gap in trust, with China lagging behind in public confidence regarding its AI models.
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A survey by Public First covered over 18,000 people across 15 countries.
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China lags in trust regarding its AI models, according to the poll.
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In Canada, Britain, and France, at least 40% of those polled deemed China to be outpacing the US in AI capability and innovation.
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Respondents from 11 nations acknowledged China's AI leadership.
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Many people believe Chinese artificial intelligence models are leading the global tech race, even in US allied countries.
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