March 4, 2025

New research reveals that 58% of businesses are adopting AI primarily due to competitive pressure. This “fear of missing out” is driving a technological arms race across industries, with only 15% of companies yet to invest in AI solutions. Executives report feeling pressure not just from competitors, but also from investors (41%) and stakeholders (30%), creating an anxiety-driven AI boom that’s transforming workplace tasks and potentially enabling four-day workweeks.