Episode description

Today we explore the intricate relationship between trust in humans and trust in artificial intelligence (AI), drawing from the insightful study "On trust in humans and trust in artificial intelligence: A study with samples from Singapore and Germany extending recent research" by Montag et al. (2024). The authors delve into how trust is a crucial prerequisite for the acceptance and usage of AI technologies and how understanding this relationship can enhance AI's integration into society.

The study examines large samples from Singapore and Germany, where participants were asked about their trust in humans and AI, their personality traits using the Big Five model, and their general attitudes towards AI. Findings reveal a positive, yet varying correlation between trust in humans and AI across the two countries. In Singapore, the correlation was moderate, whereas in Germany, it was weak. The authors attribute these differences to cultural factors and suggest that trust may be interpreted differently across cultures.

This episode discusses why, despite some linkage, trust in humans and AI should largely be considered separate constructs. It also highlights the significant role cultural differences play in shaping trust in AI. By integrating these insights, the authors urge educational institutions, policymakers, and educators to consider these nuances when promoting AI technologies.

The podcast is based on Montag, C., Becker, B. and Li, B. J. (2024). From trust in humans to trust in artificial intelligence: a study of samples from Singapore and Germany that extends recent research. *Computers in Human Behavior: Artificial Humans, 2*, 100070. It can be found here.

Disclaimer: This podcast is generated by Roger Basler de Roca (contact) by the use of AI. The voices are artificially generated and the discussion is based on public research data. I do not claim any ownership of the presented material as it is for education purpose only.