Economists Weigh In on the Future of Work and AI

Will artificial intelligence improve workers’ lives, or hand them the equivalent of a pink slip? It's one of the most pressing questions facing the U.S. economy today. Companies are pouring money into data centers, rolling out AI tools in their offices and, in some cases, rethinking how many workers they need. Polling finds Americans are more anxious than excited about these developments. At the same time, history has shown that technology can unlock productivity and innovation, fueling wealth and employment.