AI Futures | The AGI Economy
"The factory of the future will have two employees: a man and a dog. The man is there to feed the dog. The dog is there to keep the man from touching the equipment." — Warren Bennis, 1988.
🐶 That was a joke in 1988. In 2026, it's starting to look like a business plan.
AI companies are burning through billions, SaaS stocks are crashing overnight, and junior hiring in tech is drying up. But what does this actually mean for the economy — and for you?
We'll explore why standard supply and demand might never reach equilibrium when AI enters the picture, what breaks when labour and capital become the same thing, and what happens if a century of economic progress gets compressed into a single decade. From who gets replaced first to who captures the wealth AI creates — shareholders, governments, or the AI itself.
This is an interactive session with group discussions. No economics background needed — just curiosity about what's coming and a willingness to think about it seriously.
Part 2 of the AI Futures series, presented by Zurich AI Safety.
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AI Futures Discussions
Where is artificial intelligence headed, and what does it mean for our future? Join us for an engaging five-part series exploring the most important questions about AI development, from current technology to long-term impacts.
Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious about how AI might shape our world, these interactive sessions will help you understand key issues and form informed views. Each session blends clear explanations with dynamic group discussions and practical exercises, providing you with insights into complex topics and their real-world implications.
We'll start by understanding today's AI technology and where it is heading. Next, we'll explore how experts forecast transformative AI developments and their implications. From there, we'll discuss the potential economic transformations an AGI could trigger and examine possible civilizational trajectories. Finally, we'll evaluate strategic choices humanity faces in preparing for AGI and conclude with practical guidance on how individuals can navigate their futures amidst this uncertainty.
Series Schedule:
Forecasting Transformative AI: Methods, Models, and Metrics
The AGI Economy: Economic Transformation and Humanity’s Role
Trajectories for a Post-AGI Civilization: Choosing the World’s Future
What's the Plan?: Alignment and Governance Roadmaps Explored
Navigating the Future: Individual Choices for an Uncertain World