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Breaking down the “why” behind Wharton faculty research and what it means to you.
Rise of AI: How Do We Coexist With Algorithms? | Kartik Hosanagar
After decades of slow development, the growth of artificial intelligence is now in hyperdrive. Wharton’s Kartik Hosanagar explains how AI is changing human history, whether we’re ready or not. More
Rise of AI: How Is AI Shaping Human Identity? | Stefano Puntoni
Wharton’s Stefano Puntoni believes new technologies like generative AI can play a complementary role in human lives — as soon as we overcome our fear of it. His research explores the psychology behind that fear and its roots in human identity. More
How Economic Modeling Can Identify Trends | Kent Smetters
Professor Kent Smetters talks about the Penn Wharton Budget Model, a nonpartisan, research-based initiative that analyzes the fiscal impact of federal public policy, and discusses how nonpartisan, research-based analysis benefits policymakers. More
Finding Balance With the Hybrid Work Model | Matthew Bidwell
Professor Matthew Bidwell offers his insight on the future of remote work and the hybrid work model, saying the last three years have been a surprisingly successful trial run. More
Rise of AI: Is Your Company Prepared for Generative AI? | Rahul Kapoor
Professor Matthew Bidwell offers his insight on the future of remote work and the hybrid work model, saying the last three years have been a surprisingly successful trial run. More
Rise of AI: Are Robots Taking Our Jobs? | Lynn Wu
There’s no need for business leaders to panic about the arrival of technology like generative AI. Wharton’s Rahul Kapoor explains why now is the time to develop new frameworks to manage the changes ahead. More
