Research and statistics

AI Understanding Research Desk

Our research desk produces statistical roundups and analytical briefs — the kind of work journalists and analysts cite when they need a sourced number quickly.

Every statistic we publish links to a primary source with a publication date. We re-verify numbers at least quarterly and update the page when sources shift.

Our roundups are released under CC BY 4.0 — free to quote with attribution, the same standard major think tanks use.

Writes about

AI statisticsAdoption trendsModel capability benchmarksAI economicsWorkforce impact

Credentials & policies

  • All published numbers carry a primary source and as-of date
  • Quarterly verification cadence
  • CC BY 4.0 licensing on all statistics roundups

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