Predictions abound on how the growing list of generative AI models will revolutionize our way of life, offering instant advice on everything from financial decisions to vacation planning. The possibilities seem endless.
For economists, the burning question is whether AI technology will lead to a significant boost in overall productivity, and if so, how long until we see the full effects. Can this innovation usher in a new era of prosperity after years of economic stagnation? To find out more, keep reading.
—David Rotman
Fighting for a future beyond the climate crisis
When faced with the daunting challenges of climate breakdown and the extinction crisis, the natural response is to question whether there is any hope left.
However, perhaps hope is not the emotion we should be focusing on. Instead, let us be awed by the magnificence and vulnerability of nature, humbled by the vast transformations our actions have triggered, and acutely aware of the imminent danger. To delve deeper into this topic, read the full story.
—Lydia Millet
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