Economy

European way of life – a unique advantage among AI-driven economies

Economy Kenneth Rogoff - July 5, 2026.

In many respects, the European Union appears likely to become one of the AI revolution’s biggest losers, with China and the United States leaving its...

America’s first 250 years changed the world: the enduring legacy of invention

Technology Elise Quevedo - July 5, 2026.

America is celebrating 250 years of independence, and its greatest legacy is invention as opposed to politics. Every Fourth of July, the US is debated...

On the road to 2050: AI strategy is now infrastructure strategy

Technology Emre Alkin - July 4, 2026.

When we talk about artificial intelligence, the conversation still tends to gravitate towards model names, user interfaces, generative AI tools, productivity gains, or impressive demos....

The end of open access to the most powerful AI models

Technology The Editorial Board - July 2, 2026.

In early July, the US government entered the final phase of negotiations with leading artificial intelligence companies on rules for releasing the most advanced models.  These...

A 21st-century robber baron

Economy Dani Rodrik - July 2, 2026.

In a remarkable commentary published at the end of June, a former leading economist in the Trump administration acknowledges (and endorses) what many have suspected:...

US, Canada and Mexico begin complex negotiations to renew the regional trade pact 

Economy TA | AP Insight - July 1, 2026.

Tourists from Chattanooga check into beach resorts in Cancun. Canadian auto parts feed factories in the American Midwest — and vice versa. Happy hour revelers raise...

More than a PR problem – can the tech industry dispel the fear of AI?

Economy Ngaire Woods - June 30, 2026.

Most Americans are skeptical and fearful of AI, with public concern rising even faster than chatbot adoption. According to the Pew Research Center, 37% of Americans...

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