Artificial Intelligence Statistics in Türkiye, 2025
|
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to technologies that simulate human cognitive processes such as thinking, learning, and decision-making by means of computer systems. Data on this technology, which is increasingly used in daily life and the business world, is presented as official statistics for the first time in this press release. The Artificial Intelligence Statistics press release is based on the results of the Survey on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Usage in Enterprises and the Survey on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Usage in Households and by Individuals. Detailed information on the methodology of the studies is published in the appendix of the press release and in the metadata section.
To provide insights into how AI technologies are used in enterprises and by individuals and to monitor developments in this field, the Survey on ICT Usage in Enterprises has been collecting annual data regarding the use of AI in enterprises with 10 or more employees since 2021. The Survey on ICT Usage in Households and by Individuals obtained data on generative AI use among individuals aged 16-74 for the first time in 2025.
In enterprises, AI use is defined as the use of technologies that generate insights, recommendations, or decisions through software-based or device-embedded systems. Examples include content-generating AI applications, chatbots and virtual assistants, facial or speech recognition systems, machine learning-based data analytics, autonomous robots used in warehouse automation, and autonomous drones used for package handling. For individuals, AI use refers to the conscious and deliberate use of generative AI tools to create content. This content can be in various formats, such as text, images, software code, video, music, and more.
7.5% of enterprises declared that they used AI While the proportion of enterprises stating that they use any of the artificial intelligence technologies was 2.7% in 2021, this proportion increased to 7.5% in 2025. When enterprises using artificial intelligence were examined by size group, it was seen that 6.6% of enterprises with 10-49 employees, 9.6% of enterprises with 50-249 employees, and 24.1% of enterprises with 250 or more employees used of any artificial intelligence technology in 2025. In 2021, these proportions were 2.3%, 3.6%, and 9.6%, respectively.
Proportion of enterprises using AI by size group, 2021-2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Enterprises, 2021-2025AI was mostly used by enterprises engaged in information and communication activities When the enterprises that stated that they used any of the artificial intelligence technologies were examined by economic activity group, It was seen that artificial intelligence was used the most by enterprises engaged in “information and communication” activities with 47.1%. This economic activity group was followed by enterprises engaged in “finance and insurance” activities with 21.1% and enterprises engaged in “repair of computers and communication equipment” activities with 15.2%.
Proportion of enterprises using AI by economic activity group, 2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Enterprises, 2025The most common purpose of AI use in enterprises was marketing or sales
When the purposes of AI use among enterprises reporting the use of any AI technology were examined, it was determined that the highest proportion of enterprises used AI software or systems for marketing or sales with 46.5% in 2025. This was followed by the use of AI for production or service processes with 41.1%, for research and development (R&D) or innovation activities with 41.0%, and for organisation of business administration processes or management with 40.0%. The proportion of AI use for accounting, controlling or finance management was 33.7%, for ICT security was 22.6%, and for logistics activities was 13.6%.
Proportion of enterprises using AI by purpose of use, 2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Enterprises, 2025 As multiple options could be selected, percentages do not necessarily sum to 100.9.0% of enterprises not using AI indicated that they consider to use it In 2025, the proportion of enterprises that did not use any AI technology but indicated plans to use it was 9.0%. When examined by enterprise size, this proportion was 8.4% for enterprises with 10-49 employees, 10.4% for those with 50-249 employees, and 18.2% for those with 250 or more employees.
The most important reason for not using AI was lack of relevant expertise in the enterprise
When the reasons for not using AI of the enterprises that stated that they did not use any AI technology but were considering using them were examined; it was observed that the most important reason was lack of relevant expertise in the enterprise with 74.2%. This was followed by too high costs with 67.4% and lack of clarity about the legal consequences with 62.4%.
Reason for not using artificial intelligence technologies for enterprises by size group, 2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Enterprises, 2025 Since more than one option can be chosen, total may not be 100.Youth used AI more The proportion of individuals reporting the use of generative AI was 19.2% in 2025. When this proportion was examined by sex, it was seen that 19.4% of male and 18.8% of female reported using AI. When this proportion was analysed by age group, the highest usage proportion was observed among individuals aged 16-24 with 39.4%, followed by those aged 25-34 with 30.0% and those aged 35-44 with 15.5%. The lowest usage proportion was recorded among individuals aged 65-74.
Proportion of generative AI use by sex and age group, 2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Households and by Individuals, 2025As education level increases, the proportion of AI use also increases
When individuals reporting the use of generative AI were examined by education level, in 2025 the highest proportion of AI use was observed among higher education graduates with 36.1%. This was followed by high school or vocational high school graduates with 22.8%, lower secondary graduates with 17.2%, and primary school graduates with 2.2%. When this proportion was examined by sex, it was found that among primary school graduates and those with no formal education, male used AI at higher proportion than female, whereas among lower secondary, high school or vocational high school, and higher education graduates, female’s proportion of AI use exceeded those of male.
Generative AI use by sex and educational attainment, 2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Households and by Individuals, 202579.7% of individuals using AI employed it for private purposes
In 2025, 79.7% of individuals using AI reported that they used it for private purposes, 33.8% for professional purposes, and 31.4% for formal education. When the purposes of use were examined by sex, the proportion of private use was 81.9% among male and 77.4% among female, while professional use was 37.7% among male and 29.5% among female. In contrast, formal education use was higher among female at 36.6%, compared to 26.7% among male.
6 out of 10 people who do not use artificial intelligence stated that they do not need it
When the reasons for not using generative AI were examined by individuals who declared that they did not use it, it was seen that the highest proportion was the reason for not needing AI with 63.3%. This was followed by not knowing how to use AI with 18.7%, being unaware of its existence with 12.4%, and concerns related to privacy, security, or safety with 5.5%.
Reasons for not using generative AI by sex, 2025
 Source: TurkStat, Survey on Information and Communication Technology Usage in Households and by Individuals, 2025Total numbers may not be obtained due to rounding.The next release on this subject will be on October, 2026. |
Source: Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat)
Legal Notice: The information in this article is intended for information purposes only. It is not intended for professional information purposes specific to a person or an institution. Every institution has different requirements because of its own circumstances even though they bear a resemblance to each other. Consequently, it is your interest to consult on an expert before taking a decision based on information stated in this article and putting into practice. Neither Karen Audit nor related person or institutions are not responsible for any damages or losses that might occur in consequence of the use of the information in this article by private or formal, real or legal person and institutions.
