en.Wedoany.com Reported - A Microsoft study shows that generative artificial intelligence (AI) usage is significantly higher in urban areas than in rural ones. The survey found that nearly one-third of people in metropolitan areas use AI, compared to just 16.2% in rural areas. Among those living in small cities, about 22% use AI.

The study covered the 35 largest cities in the United States. Among them, Washington, D.C., had the highest AI usage rate, approaching 40%; in contrast, Pittsburgh had the lowest, at just over 25%. The study also found that each of the top 15 counties for AI adoption had at least one college or university.

Microsoft President Brad Smith told Axios that it would be unfortunate if those most likely to benefit from generative AI—those who need it most—use it less frequently.

One area where AI holds significant value for rural communities is agriculture. The Broadband Exchange podcast by Telecompetitor released a two-part interview with Illinois farmer Heather Hampton-Knodle, who shared her experience using digital agricultural technology and has collaborated with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on broadband and connectivity needs.

Shirley Bloomfield, former CEO of NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, discussed the prospects of AI in rural areas in another interview. She noted that rural operators can use AI tools for demand forecasting, terrain planning, and route determination. Additionally, operators can leverage AI for troubleshooting, cybersecurity, and customer experience optimization. Since most rural operators cannot staff around the clock, AI can serve as an effective early warning system.

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