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The AI Economy
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The AI Economy

The Robot Age

Roger Bootle
Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2019

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Editorial Rating

8

Qualities

  • Analytical
  • Concrete Examples
  • Engaging

Recommendation

Economist Roger Bootle presents a no-nonsense, evidence-based assessment of what humanity can expect in the coming decades. AI will likely deliver growth in GDP and living standards beyond anything seen in almost 50 years. The book sometimes has a rushed feel, but Bootle’s sensible, levelheaded and practical view of the coming age of AI seems correct and convincing, even though he warns throughout that – predictions being what they are – he may well be wrong.

Take-Aways

  • Until the Industrial Revolution began in the 18th century, technological advances had almost no impact on economic growth and living standards.
  • Some believe AI won’t amount to much. Others warn smart machines will change everything.
  • AI will not displace human workers any time soon. It will usher in a golden era of growth and better living.

About the Author

Roger Bootle is the founder and chairman of Capital Economics and writes for a major British newspaper. Bootle and his firm won the Wolfson Economics Prize in 2012. 

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    T. N. 2 years ago
    I’m not happy with the summary. I wish it can improve. Instead of ~40 statements, should group it into say 10 points, each with insight, an example or a story to drive point home.