IN THE digital age, countries all around the world are racing to excel with artificial intelligent (AI) technology. The phenomenon is not a surprise considering that that AI is undeniably a powerful solution with elaborate enterprise use across industries from medical algorithms to autonomous vehicles. For a while now, the US has been dominating the global race in AI development and capabilities, but according to the Global AI Index, it seems like China will be dominating the field in the near future. As the first runner up, it is expected that China will overtake the US in about 5 to 10 years, based on the country's impressive growth records. Based on 7 key indicators such as research, infrastructure, talent, development, operating environment, commercial ventures, and government strategy – measured over the course of 12 months – it looks like China is promoting growth unlike any other.

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform the way we work, learn and live. Across the globe, businesses, governments and the public at large are already having to adapt to the rapid development of these technologies. The Global AI Index analyses how 54 countries are driving and adapting to AI's accelerating development through three pillars; investment, innovation and implementation. Here is the Index in full. Use the toggle to switch between our Index's ranks – where countries stand – or score – how far or close they are to each other.