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news Project Syndicate 2026-06-05

AI Testing Policy Language for Economic Impact

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a tool for policymakers to systematically analyze how language influences economic behavior. This allows for anticipating the effects of framing and timing on markets and public opinion.


<p>Policymakers have long understood that language affects economic behavior, but until recently, there were few tools capable of systematically analyzing its effects. AI may now help close that gap, enabling officials to anticipate how framing and timing can move markets and shift public opinion.</p>

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