Are algorithms quietly redistributing economic power—faster than most leaders are prepared for?

In this episode of the AI at Scale podcast, we dive into the Economy of Algorithms with Marek Kowalkiewicz—Professor of the Digital Economy, globally recognized AI thought leader, and author of the book by the same name.

Drawing on academic research, Silicon Valley experience, and global leadership roles across Asia, Europe, and Australia, Marek explains why artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool for efficiency—but an active economic agent that creates value, makes decisions, and reshapes markets at scale.

This episode is essential listening for executives who sense that the rules of the game are changing—and want to understand who will win, who will lose, and why.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why AI should be treated as an economic agent, not just a technology—and what that changes for leadership, governance, and accountability

Where AI truly creates value today, and why separating signal from noise has become a strategic challenge

Why ROI from AI is so hard to measure, even as AI output becomes cheaper, faster, and more abundant

What’s becoming commoditized—and what’s becoming more expensive, from content creation to accuracy, trust, and decision quality

How algorithm‑optimized thinking can quietly distort strategy, erode judgment, and reduce real business value

Why your next competitor may not be a company, but a swarm of small players—or AI agents—coordinating at scale

This is a must‑listen conversation for everyone navigating an economy increasingly shaped by algorithms.

Marek Kowalkiewicz: The economy of algorithms