The Economist(@TheEconomist):Max Tegmark, physicist and chairman of the Future of Life Institute, argues that sentiment across the political spectrum is turning against a "race to replace" humans at work, in relationships and in decision-making. He explains to Alex Hern, The Economist's AI writer, what he thinks is driving the shift, and why politicians are listening:

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2026.06.12 10:00

Max Tegmark, physicist and chairman of the Future of Life Institute, argues that sentiment across the political spectrum is turning against a "race to replace" humans at work, in relationships and in decision-making. He explains to Alex Hern, The Economist's AI writer, what he thinks is driving the shift, and why politicians are listening: