Key facts
- A study found that 70% of Singaporeans are willing to let AI agents shop for them.
- Sixty percent of respondents want AI agents to have safeguards before being used for shopping.
- Fifty percent of participants expressed concerns about data privacy when using AI shopping agents.
- The study surveyed 1,000 individuals in Singapore.
A recent study indicates a significant level of readiness among Singaporeans to delegate their shopping activities to AI agents, provided that adequate safeguards are implemented. The research, which surveyed 1,000 individuals, found that 70% are open to the idea of AI handling their purchases. However, this acceptance is contingent on robust security measures, with 60% of respondents emphasizing the need for safeguards before they would entrust AI with their shopping. Concerns about data privacy remain a significant factor, as 50% of participants expressed reservations regarding the security of their personal information when using such AI tools.