

W. Brian Arthur (Part 2) on The Future of The Economy
Jan 15, 2020
W. Brian Arthur, an external professor at the Santa Fe Institute and researcher at Xerox PARC, delves into the future of the economy and technology's evolution. He emphasizes the shift from a production-focused to a distribution-focused economy, highlighting how artificial intelligence reshapes labor markets. Arthur draws fascinating parallels between technology and evolutionary biology, showcasing how innovations build upon one another. He also discusses the socio-political implications of these changes, including job displacement and the need for new worker rights movements.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Interplay of Technology and Evolution
03:28 • 20min
The Infinite Toolbox of Language and Concepts
23:23 • 2min
The Shift from Production to Distribution in the Economy
25:37 • 4min
The Gap Between Recognition and Understanding in Machine Learning
29:08 • 3min
Navigating the Digital Economy
32:29 • 26min
Navigating Technological Change and Social Innovation
58:24 • 2min