Over 200 experts call for urgent action to tackle AI's economic impact - Reuters

On July 13, 2026, a group of over 200 researchers and economists, including 15 Nobel laureates, released an open letter calling for governments to urgently address the economic impact of artificial intelligence. The signatories highlighted the risk of large-scale job displacement and emphasized the need for proactive policy measures to manage the transition. The letter was reported by Reuters and drew attention from various media outlets. The signatories include Nobel laureates known for their work in labor economics and technology.

The experts argue that without such policies, the economic disruption could lead to rising inequality and social unrest. The recommendations are based on extensive research into the effects of automation and technological change on labor markets.

The appeal comes at a time when AI adoption is accelerating across multiple industries, raising concerns about the pace of job replacement. The letter is intended to spur concrete action from political leaders ahead of upcoming global summits on AI governance.