Economics and policy analysis from Bloomberg Opinion columnist Noah Smith.
In which a robot and I have a fun dorm-room chat about the future of science
Progressives should beware the idea that history will deliver them inevitable victories
Xi Jinping's paranoia, rapidly changing technology, and the limitations of China's system could cut short the Chinese Century
Social media tore our society apart. Perhaps AI can put it back together
Ehrlich; AI and knowledge; The Strait of Hormuz; Government debt and inflation; Japanese robots; Democrats and taxes; Smartphones
This article explores how technological advancements and societal shifts are reshaping our expectations of the future, challenging traditional notions of progress and stability.
The article explores the unsettling dynamics of the current economy, highlighting discrepancies between traditional indicators and the lived experiences of individuals.
The coalitions are hardening, and the weapons are being deployed
If the Board of Supervisors falls to the Progressives, the old dysfunction will return
In most ways, the U.S. is a typical rich country. Except for crime
AI and productivity; Yuppie Fishtank Theory; Global development; American living standards; George Borjas
Thoughts on the fight between Anthropic and the Department of War