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The AI arms race

Marginal Revolution
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:01 AM
~4 min read

Original Report

That is the topic of my latest column for The Free Press, here is the closing tag: The biggest risk is not from the AI companies, but rather that the government with the most powerful AI systems...

That is the topic of my latest column for The Free Press, here is the closing tag: The biggest risk is not from the AI companies, but rather that the government with the most powerful AI systems becomes the bad guy itself. The U.S., on the world stage, is not always a force for good, […] The post The AI arms race appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.

Glass House Analysis

This story reflects the interconnected nature of modern economic systems, where developments in one sector inevitably affect others. Understanding these connections is essential for grasping how policy decisions and market movements translate into real-world outcomes for families, workers, and communities. The economy is not an abstract system of numbers—it's the sum total of decisions about who works, who prospers, and who struggles.

The implications extend beyond the immediate news cycle. Every economic development creates ripples that affect employment, prices, and opportunities in ways that may not be immediately visible but are deeply felt. By tracking these connections, we can better understand how the economy truly works—not as an abstract machine, but as a human system shaped by and shaping the lives of millions.

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