AI Integration and Economic Divides: Analyzing Global AI Strategies

This study investigates the impact of socio-economic factors on national AI strategies in India, Bangladesh, Germany, UAE, Egypt, and the USA through quantitative content analysis. The analysis explores the correlation between GDP per capita, the share of manufacturing, and the frequency of risk-related terms in AI strategy documents. It is found that wealthier nations emphasize AI risks more, correlating with deeper technological integration into their societal structures. Conversely, the emphasis on AI risks shows a weak correlation with the share of manufacturing, indicating broader AI impacts in service-oriented sectors. Lower-middle-income countries appear more optimistic, focusing on AI's economic benefits. The study underscores the need for balanced AI strategies that promote innovation while ensuring worker well-being, advocating for adaptive governance frameworks that enhance workplace safety and efficiency.