Milk Road Macro The AI Acceleration Era: The Economic Shift That Will Define the Next Decade w/ Tad Smith
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Nov 27, 2025 
Join Tad Smith, a seasoned business executive and NYU professor, as he explores the seismic shifts in our economy driven by AI. He discusses the paradox of rising productivity amid declining job demand and the need for society to redefine its purpose. Tad also breaks down the integration of digital art into mainstream markets, shares insights on AI's role in healthcare, and emphasizes the importance of embracing technology in education. Dive into his thoughts on Bitcoin's future and innovative investment strategies!
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Art as Human-Machine Nexus
- Art is the nexus where human creativity meets machine capability, making it a leading edge for AI experimentation.
- That makes digital art a rich area for new narratives, scarcity, and collector interest.
Class Changed After His Daughter's Experience
- Tad redesigned his NYU class after his daughter faced an AI ban in college, prompting him to require AI in coursework.
- He compared returning to blue books with ignoring useful modern tools for students.
What Drives Digital Art Value
- Digital art captures value when it is arresting, scarce, narratively rich, and ownable on-chain.
- Institutional adoption by museums will accelerate acceptance among older collectors.