2nd Annual Business & Generative AI Conference

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Wharton Human-AI Research’s 2nd annual workshop on Business and Generative AI will take place on September 5-6, 2024, at Wharton San Francisco. Building on the success of last year’s event, the workshop will gather thought leaders and experts to network around innovative ideas and insights into the potential of Generative AI to reshape business models, industries, and global economies.Read More

We’re Focusing on the Wrong Kind of AI Apocalypse

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(Outlet: Time) Ethan Mollick, Associate Professor at the Wharton School and Academic Director, Wharton Interactive, challenges the apocalyptic focus on AI risks and emphasizes the immediate threats of misinformation, deep fakes, and AI proliferation. He highlights the need for organizations to make informed decisions about AI’s impact on work and learning, emphasizing it requires thoughtful management and integration to avoid potential negative outcomes.Read More

AI and the Future of Work Agenda

AIFOW image Agenda Conference HomeLogisticsRegistrationSpeakers AI and the Future of Work Sponsored by Wharton Human-AI Research May 21-22, 2025 Jon M. Huntsman Hall 3730 Walnut Street, 8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19104 *Agenda is subject to change. Wednesday, May 21  9:15 – 10:00 Check-in / Light Breakfast 10:00 – 10:15 Introductions and WelcomeRead More

How Algorithmic Management Affects Employee Helpfulness

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Curious about the impact of algorithmic management on workplace dynamics? In a recent study, Stefano Puntoni, faculty co-director of Wharton Human-AI Research, and co-authors reveal how algorithms affect employee behavior and collaboration with surprising findings. Spoiler: it’s not just about productivity!Read More