Andrew Paul McAfee

Principal research scientist Andrew McAfee wrote: "It is true that Europe has great strengths. It is a populous, prosperous region with strong institutions, excellent educational systems, and no shortage of talented builders. But it is also true that, at present, entrepreneurs face many barriers that impede their ability to scale their businesses, attract the world's best sources of risk capital, and make an impact at a global level. Unless those barriers are dismantled, the EU will fall farther behind."

Principal research scientist Andrew McAfee said: "If you can't successfully address the fundamental fact of Moore's Law — the rule that the number of transistors on silicon chips doubles every 18 to 24 months — you're just not going to be around for long. The business model that we developed for running a company in the 20th century doesn't work in the digital, hardware, software, or networking industries."

Principal research scientist Andrew McAfee said people typically learn difficult knowledge work by first assisting experienced colleagues with routine responsibilities. If companies automate these tasks too quickly, they risk eliminating the apprenticeship ladder that has traditionally produced skilled professionals and future business leaders.

Principal research scientist Andrew McAfee said: "There’s a significant demographic decline. As people age, they tend to be more inflexible and less willing to try new and outlandish things like AI. If you cut back on hiring entry-level staff, you're likely sacrificing future learning opportunities and the talent of tomorrow. Plus, you're shutting off the most enthusiastic AI users in your organization."