In the past year, there has been a notable increase in small business owners’ knowledge and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), leading to a rise in the adoption of AI solutions. According to last year’s report, 40% of those surveyed did not utilize AI solutions due to a lack of awareness and uncertainty surrounding this emerging technology. However, in this year’s report, the number of respondents using AI has doubled, thanks to a growing familiarity with its potential applications in business. This increase in AI awareness among small and medium-sized businesses has had a dual effect: decision-makers are more likely to recognize the benefits of AI, but they also have concerns about its security. The decrease in respondents expressing “no opinion” indicates that more informed individuals are forming concrete opinions about AI, which is driving its adoption. This trend is largely due to the fact that decision-makers are becoming more educated about AI and its potential, leading to a shift in their perceptions. This comprehensive understanding of AI is driving its adoption and is reflected in the increase in the number of businesses utilizing AI solutions. This trend is expected to continue as more businesses recognize the potential of AI and its benefits.