The Great Convergence

Information Technology and the New Globalization

Richard Baldwin

The book explores how the digital revolution has transformed the nature of globalization by enabling the separation of production and consumption across international borders, leading to a new phase where knowledge and ideas travel more freely. It discusses the economic and social implications of this shift, including the impact on labor markets, global trade patterns, and the potential for developing nations to leapfrog into more advanced stages of industrialization.

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The Globotics Upheaval

Globalization, Robotics, and the Future of Work

Richard Baldwin

The book explores the impact of the simultaneous rise of globalization and robotics on the future job market, predicting a significant upheaval in the nature of work. It discusses how digital technology will enable remote workers from around the world to compete with local labor, while automation and artificial intelligence will transform the employment landscape, leading to both challenges and opportunities for workers and economies.

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