Daron Acemoglu

Daron Acemoglu is a professor of economics at MIT.
17
Sep
The big spend

The big spend

What’s behind the growing skepticism about AI? Daron Acemoglu on excesses of enthusiasm, returns on investment, and the distinctive nature of human reasoning.
10 min read
01
Feb
Grappling with the giants

Grappling with the giants

How will new regulation affect the course of AI? Daron Acemoglu on the challenges of trying to rein in a powerful and fast-moving tech industry.
12 min read
05
Oct
‘More profound than fire’

‘More profound than fire’

How is AI changing the global economy? Daron Acemoglu on the hype and reality of a potentially transformative technology.
12 min read
09
Jul
Avoidant behavior

Avoidant behavior

What’s behind the U.S. administration’s deal for a global minimum corporate tax? Daron Acemoglu on evasion, jobs, and finding the right rate.
11 min read