The panel explores parallels between the economic and technological landscape of the 1920s and the present day, focusing on AI, trade, and debt. Christine Lagarde draws direct comparisons between the technological breakthroughs of the 1920s and today's digital revolution, noting the unprecedented increase in trade restrictions. Larry Fink emphasizes the need for Western economies to cooperate and scale in AI to compete with China, while Ken Griffin points to government spending as the primary area of recklessness, rather than private capital markets. The discussion further examines the role of central banks, the impact of tariffs on consumers, and the balance between technological progress and potential risks.
Sign in to continue reading, translating and more.
Continue
