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For much of the past decade, artificial intelligence has been framed through the lens of Silicon Valley. Larger models, expanding software capabilities, and rapid product launches encouraged comparisons with previous internet-era revolutions. Yet by mid-2026, theEconomicsof AI increasingly suggest a different historical parallel.

Central banks have long relied on economic models to guide decisions on interest rates,Liquidity, and financial stability. In 2026, artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly important addition to that toolkit. Institutions including the Federal Reserve, the EuropeanCentral Bank, and the Bank of England are …

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being compared with the internet revolution. Yet a more useful historical parallel may be the electrification era of the early twentieth century. Like electricity, AI is emerging as a general-purpose technology capable of reshaping multiple industries simultaneously. Its long-term impact …

The Disagreement That Will Not Disappear

The Kill Zone Problem

The University of California system’s decision to eliminate SAT and ACT requirements in 2020 marked one of the most consequential shifts in American public university admissions. Five years later, the policy is again under scrutiny as faculty discussions intensify around student preparedness and the …