Economics and policy analysis from Bloomberg Opinion columnist Noah Smith.
AI will soon be better at math than any human. What does that mean?
Sometimes bad populist ideas are just a mistake; sometimes they're being promoted for ideological reasons
The recent crash of South Korean stocks can be attributed to a combination of global economic pressures, rising interest rates, and concerns over corporate earnings, prompting investor uncertainty.
Trump and science; U.S. national debt; Europe and software; America and trains; China and metal refining; Indian women; Murder
A lot, actually. But it won't look quite like what humans do with our intelligence
Our one remaining functional institution is going downhill
The article explores the most notorious figures of the 20th century, examining their actions and legacies to determine who might be considered the worst monster of that era.
Learning from Britain's missteps doesn't mean looking down on them
We can get some good things done, but major efforts will be difficult with our divided politics
This article reviews "Power and Progress," exploring the interplay between technological advancement and societal change, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that arise from innovation.
The article explores the author's reasons for withholding support from a prominent climate action statement, emphasizing the need for careful consideration and dialogue before taking a stance.
They're not my personal cup of tea, but there are good reasons people like them