Andrew Paul McAfee

Andrew Paul McAfee is a principal research scientist at the MIT Sloan School of Management, affiliated with the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy. His work centers on the intersection of technology, business, and economic growth.

• Role: Principal Research Scientist
• Institution: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Research Focus: Digital economy, quantum computing, AI, and their transformative effects on industries and workforce.

McAfee's research explores generative AI, technological disruption, and leadership in tech-driven organizations. He frequently contributes insights to major media outlets, analyzing trends in AI adoption, economic growth, and wealth creation in the tech sector.

He has been recognized for his expertise, including a Thinkers50 Future Readiness Award nomination in 2025, and has participated in high-profile discussions on corporate culture and innovation management.

• Thinkers50: Nominated for the Future Readiness Award (2025)

McAfee is actively involved with the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy, where he investigates emerging technologies and their societal implications.