The AI Economy: Work, Wealth and Welfare in the Robot Age

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Extraordinary innovations in technology promise to transform the world, but how realistic is the claim that AI will change our lives? In this much needed book the acclaimed economist Roger Bootle responds to the fascinating economic questions posed by the age of the robot, steering a path away from tech jargon and alarmism towards a rational explanation of the ways in which the AI revolution will affect us all. Tackling the implications of Artificial Intelligence on growth, productivity, inflation and the distribution of wealth and power, THE AI ECONOMY also examines coming changes to the the way we educate, work and spend our leisure time. A fundamentally optimistic view which will help you plan for changing times, this book explains AI and leads you towards a more certain future.

One of Britain's best-known economists, Roger Bootle runs Capital Economics, Europe's largest macroeconomics consultancy, which he founded. Roger appears frequently on television and radio and is also a regular columnist for The Daily Telegraph. In the Comment Awards 2012 he was named Economics Commentator of the year. He is the author of widely acclaimed books including - The Trouble with Markets, Money for Nothing and The Death of Inflation. Roger is also a Specialist Adviser to the House of Commons Treasury Committee. He was one of the previous Conservative government's 'Wise Men'. In July 2012, Roger and a team from Capital Economics won the prestigious Wolfson Economics Prize.

Praise for Roger Bootle - - Bootle is right on every count. - Guardian Engaging and absorbing, here is an eye-opening book that will inspire you to think through the issues clearly. - Daily Telegraph Brilliant, albeit radical solutions. - Independent on Sunday As I have come to expect from Roger Bootle, he gets to the heart of the matter wiith crystal-clear analysis and punchy comment. In his new and uplifting book The AI Economy, Roger Bootle provides tangible grounds for optimism. - The Times a well-researched, enjoyable and thoughtful book. - Forbes A very good read ... as an introduction to the debate as a whole, this book is invaluable. - Adam Smith Blog