Thought Leadership Series: The Economics of AI and the Future of Work
IESE New York Campus, 165 West 57th Street
Monday, March 10, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
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Join us for a compelling discussion at IESE New York on the transformative impact of AI on economics and the future of work. Prof. Eduard Talamàs, Assistant Professor of Economics at IESE Business School and Research Fellow at CEPR, will join Joan Jané, Dean Of IESE’s New York Campus, to explore the economic consequences of AI-driven automation.
This session will highlight cutting-edge research by Prof. Talamàs in collaboration with Professor Enrique Ide, analysing how AI differs from traditional automation and its impact on organizations and labor markets.
Discussion Highlights:
AI vs. Previous Waves of Automation
Unlike traditional automation, AI learns from examples, scaling tacit knowledge and altering firm structures and labor dynamics.
The Role of AI Autonomy
AI agents function autonomously (as co-workers or problem-solvers) or non-autonomously (as assistants). The level of autonomy shifts human roles in the workplace.
Who Wins and Who Loses?
Autonomous AI favours highly knowledgeable workers, while non-autonomous AI primarily benefits those with less expertise.
Policy and Regulatory Trade-offs
Regulating AI autonomy involves balancing labour income inequality with economic output, weighing worker protections against productivity gains.
Prof. Eduard Talamàs
Prof. Talamàs specializes in AI economics, automation, and labour market transformations. His research examines the implications of AI’s distinct capabilities for firms, employment, and economic policy. A Research Fellow at CEPR, he collaborates with global institutions on AI’s economic impact.
Agenda
5:05 – 5:30 p.m. Reception & Drinks
5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Conversation & Discussion
7:00 p.m. Networking & Drinks
Why Attend?
Understanding and anticipating the future of work is critical for executives and business leaders. AI is transforming the job market, reshaping organizational structures, and redefining the skills and roles required for the workforce of tomorrow. This session will procide key insights into:
- How AI-driven automation is fundamentally altering industries and business models.
- The evolving types of roles and skill sets that will be in demand in the future.
- How leaders can anticipate and prepare for workplace transformations driven by AI.
- Policy considerations for sustainable AI integration and workforce adaptation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with top thought leaders and position yourself at the forefront of AI’s economic revolution.
