I wanted to share some thoughts on the transformative potential of AI, particularly its impact on productivity across the U.S. economy. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been diving deeper into the exponential possibilities AI will bring, and I wanted to outline a few key points that highlight how we might witness unprecedented efficiency in the near future.

First, we’re on the verge of an AI-driven transformation that will impact nearly every sector, whether it’s healthcare, manufacturing, or even everyday services. AI’s capabilities—especially in natural language processing and predictive analytics—will radically streamline processes, allowing us to work smarter and faster.

For instance, AI will not only help automate routine tasks but also assist in tasks that previously required complex human decisions. This could mean reducing the time spent on everything from legal research to medical diagnostics and even the mediation of disputes, as AI could play a role in identifying underlying miscommunications or helping structure conversations more productively.

But, there’s an even more profound shift coming—AI will increasingly be embedded into daily operations. Every job in the world will have AI assistance integrated into it, helping reduce human grunt work and accelerating outcomes. The question won’t be about whether AI will be a factor in our economy, but how quickly we can scale it across all industries.

However, the road ahead isn’t entirely smooth. As AI progresses, the challenges of aligning it with ethical values, safeguarding national security, and managing cross-border exchanges of AI-driven technologies will need serious attention. For example, AI systems developed in one country could be leveraged to promote conflicting values, as we see in cases like China’s policies or the challenges faced by the U.S. government. I believe that national regulation of AI technologies is an urgent issue, and Congress should take action sooner rather than later.

In this particular case, I think it’s the opposite of the gold rush: the people who develop the shovels, that is, the AI tools, may not be the ones who profit the most, but the actual gold—the companies that implement these tools and use them more effectively across their organizations—will be the real winners. The impact of AI will not only lower costs but also drive profits higher, benefiting companies that integrate AI into their operations.

Finally, when considering investment opportunities, it’s important to keep an eye on both domestic and international markets. While the U.S. will likely lead in some areas, countries like China, with their hybrid model of capitalism and authoritarian governance, might adopt and scale AI much more quickly, making it essential to diversify investments globally.

I believe these AI developments will change the way we work and live, and it’s exciting to think about the possibilities that lie ahead.