Artificial intelligence: confidence index in Russia and the world, prospects for implementation

Artificial intelligence technologies are being implemented in various fields, replacing the human mind with the help of specially designed algorithms. These systems are able to learn in the course of their functioning, free us from routine work, save time and material resources. The article presents the results of research on trust in breakthrough digital technologies as an important condition for their use, including in social life. There was revealed a high demand for «smart» technologies with an insufficient level of knowledge in this area, lack of interest in professional development. The article identifies the factors causing a negative attitude towards innovation. In the current conditions of the pandemic, a tendency has been revealed of an increase in the need for solutions using artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, including in ensuring information security