The use of robotics will increase productivity and has the potential to bring more manufacturing production work back to developed countries. As productivity increases, labor is likely to receive a significant share of the benefits.
Emerging Technologies
November 21, 2013
This panel discussion will investigate the current state of semiconductor innovation and the reforms and investments necessary to meet the potential of Moore’s Law.
November 18, 2013
The diversity of products utilizing the Internet of Things are making a significant impact on the economy and society.
September 26, 2013
The “robots are taking our jobs” narrative is not backed by the facts or common sense.
September 9, 2013
Neo-Luddites are once again blaming technology for job loss but the evidence shows they are wrong.
August 27, 2013
Realizing the benefits of the Internet of Things will require policymakers to break out of the old ways of thinking about data and privacy.
May 27, 2013
Bitcoin is larger than the currencies of 30-50 other nations, but it is still a long way from becoming the de facto global digital currency.
May 16, 2013
3D printing is a new technology that raises old policy questions.
January 17, 2013
Both history and scholarly analysis have consistently refuted the notion that increased productivity (through automation, self-service or robots) leads to higher unemployment.