AI Magazine February 2026 Issue 35 | Page 18

Norway: 45.3 %
Ireland: 41.7 %
Israel: 33.9 %

STATISTICS

Source: Microsoft’ s AI Economy Institute’ s‘ AI Diffusion Report: Where AI is most used, developed and built’

Norway: 45.3 %

Third-ranked nation where advanced broadband penetration, digital skills training and coordinated government policies create optimal conditions for widespread AI tool engagement

Ireland: 41.7 %

Fourth worldwide, surpassing Global North averages through robust tech hubs, high education attainment and infrastructure that accelerates AI diffusion beyond GDP expectations

Israel: 33.9 %

15th globally yet ranks 7th in frontier models, while a strong talent pool and digital education sustain solid adoption despite lower US / China rates
18 February 2026