Slovenia Fails to Meet AI Adoption Targets
Translated from Slovenian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- An OECD report indicates Slovenia is not meeting its goals for artificial intelligence adoption.
- The country has seen a decline in digital skills among its population.
- Small and medium-sized enterprises have untapped potential, and investment in AI is the lowest in the EU.
Slovenia is falling short of its objectives for integrating artificial intelligence, according to a recent OECD report. The study highlights a concerning decline in the digital skills of the Slovenian population, suggesting a gap in the workforce's ability to adapt to new technologies.
The report further points out that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Slovenia possess significant untapped potential for AI adoption. However, these businesses are not fully leveraging these opportunities, hindering overall progress. This underutilization of AI capabilities within the SME sector is a key area of concern.
Compounding these issues, Slovenia's investment in artificial intelligence ranks as the lowest among EU member states. This lack of financial commitment poses a significant barrier to technological advancement and innovation, potentially impacting the country's long-term economic competitiveness and its ability to become a leader in the field.
Originally published by Delo in Slovenian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.