Singularity Rising: Economic Transformations in a Post-AI World

Singularity Rising: Economic Transformations in a Post-AI World offers a clear-eyed look at how artificial intelligence is reshaping our economy—and our future. Far from science fiction, the accelerating rise of AI is already transforming industries, redefining work, and challenging long-held assumptions about value, labour, and fairness. This accessible guide is for business leaders, policymakers, and engaged citizens who want to understand these shifts and respond wisely. The concept of the "Singularity"—a point where technological change outpaces human control—was popularised by futurist Ray Kurzweil. But this book focuses not on speculative futures, but on real, unfolding economic realities. AI isn't just automating tasks; it's creating entirely new markets while displacing others, demanding new skills, and forcing us to rethink social safety nets. You'll explore how AI is revolutionising healthcare through precision diagnostics, transforming finance with algorithmic trading, personalising education, and reimagining transport with autonomous systems. Yet these advances come with pressing challenges: rising inequality, job displacement in routine roles, and the urgent need for upskilling and lifelong learning. The book provides practical strategies to adapt—whether you're leading a company, shaping policy, or planning your career. It also confronts deeper questions. How do we ensure AI benefits everyone, not just a tech elite? Can economic models built on scarcity adapt to an age of digital abundance? And as AI systems grow more autonomous, who is accountable when things go wrong? Issues like algorithmic bias, data privacy, and ethical governance are not afterthoughts—they're central to building a just and resilient economy.