The Technology Trap: Capital, Labor, and Power in the Age of Automation

by Carl Benedikt Frey

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"The Technology Trap" by Carl Benedikt Frey explores the history of technological advancement and its impact on labor markets and society. Frey argues that technological innovation has the potential to both improve productivity and create unemployment, leading to economic inequality and societal disruptions. He traces the development of automation from the Industrial Revolution to the present day, and offers insights into how we can navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by technological change. Frey's book raises important questions about the future of work and the distribution of power in an increasingly automated world.

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