The gender disparity in the use of artificial intelligence It is a reality that has generated debate. ChatGPT, an AI tool, observes a greater reluctance among women to use it when compared to that of men.
Although the technology is useful, Harriet Kelsall, a jeweler in Cambridge, England, expresses distrust of the tool due to incorrect information provided in a test she conducted.
Gender disparity and artificial intelligence
A survey carried out in the United Kingdom earlier this year reveals that 54% of men use AI in their professional or personal lives, while only 35% of women do the same. The survey was carried out by a company specialized in flexible working.
Distrust of AI appears to stem from a variety of reasons, some of which are rooted in cultural and social perceptions.
Business expert Michelle Leivars avoids artificial intelligence to maintain her voice and personality in her writing, valuing authenticity.
Similarly, Hayley Bystram, founder of a dating agency, values personalization in the matching process, avoiding the use of algorithms.
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Technology expert Jodie Cook points to a deeper root of the disparity: male dominance in scientific and technological fields.
In the UK, just 24% of the workforce in these fields is female, which can contribute to a lack of confidence among women when using AI tools.
Psychologist Lee Chambers adds that women may fear their skills will be questioned when using AI. This is a reflection of social norms that often discredit women’s abilities.
The central issue, as pointed out by Kelsall, is the value placed on human authenticity and creativity, which many women fear will be lost with the widespread adoption of AI.
This analysis suggests the need for deeper reflection on how AI is presented and integrated into society, ensuring that AI technology be accessible and attractive to everyone, regardless of gender.
