Anton Korinek

Anton Korinek is a Professor of Economics at the University of Virginia with a joint appointment at the Darden School of Business. His affiliations include Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR).

Korinek's research centers on the Economics of Transformative AI, exploring how artificial intelligence—particularly AGI—could revolutionize economic structures. His work addresses:

• Labor market disruptions and technological unemployment
• Macroeconomic policy design for AI-driven economies
• Global inequality and development challenges
• Ethical governance of AI systems

He integrates computational methods, including LLM-based research automation, to model economic transitions.

His recent publications (2020–2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on AI's societal impacts, with trends including:

• Policy frameworks for AGI transitions
• Market concentration in AI industries
• Generative AI applications in economic research
• Pandemic-era externalities and decision-making

Korinek's recognitions include:

• Vox Future Perfect 50 Honoree (2024)

He maintains an active research portal (korinek.com) and collaborates globally through NBER and CEPR networks.