Apple CEO Tim Cook recently visited China and, when asked by a reporter from Jiemian, stated that Apple Intelligence is working hard to enter the Chinese market. He mentioned, 'We are working hard to move this forward, and there is a very specific regulatory process behind it that we need to complete, and we hope to bring it to Chinese consumers soon.' It is reported that this is Cook's second visit to China in 2024. During the third quarter earnings call for fiscal year 2024 in August this year, Cook was asked about the timeline for Apple Intelligence services.

Generation Z in Singapore exhibits remarkable awareness and optimism towards generative artificial intelligence, with 84% of respondents familiar with the technology and 80% optimistic about its potential in the banking industry. Over 60% of Gen Z consumers show strong interest in the diversity of AI applications in banking services, particularly in fraud detection and answering inquiries about banking products. Nearly 70% of consumers hope to use AI for retirement planning, bill payment updates, and expense tracking analysis. Gen Z's interest in AI personal shopping assistants is especially notable, with 43% having already experienced AI in online shopping.

In 2024, the personal computer market is expected to grow by 8% as consumers are eager to upgrade their pandemic-era computers, seeking devices with artificial intelligence capabilities. The surge in generative AI is driving PC sales, as consumers strive for smarter devices that enhance productivity and leisure experiences. Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, potentially spurring a wave of upgrades across hundreds of millions of devices and propelling sales of the next generation of personal computers. 2024 is anticipated to see a rebound, with companies like HP introducing AI-enabled PCs to support market growth.

A survey shows that consumers hold an optimistic view about AI improving healthcare. 53% of consumers believe AI can enhance the accessibility of healthcare, 46% think AI can reduce healthcare costs, and 83% believe it is very important for healthcare providers to disclose information when using generative AI.

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A new Omdia survey reveals that despite the ongoing hype around Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI), consumer acceptance of GAI applications remains low in key markets. The survey shows that currently only 10% of consumers in the US, UK, and China regularly use GAI applications. However, 17% of respondents plan to adopt GAI in the near term, which offers encouragement to vendors. Consumer concerns about GAI mainly focus on its potential negative impacts, such as disruption of job functions, fraud, and the spread of misinformation.