A New Tax for the AI Era

A New Tax for the AI Era

May 8, 2026 · 12 min

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The episode discusses the debate over a new tax for AI and the impact of technology on the fishing industry.

As AI transforms the labor market, some economists and tech leaders are pushing for a new kind of tax. WSJ reporter Katie Bindley explains the growing debate over taxing the computing power behind artificial intelligence. Plus, what happens when new tech rocks the boat? WSJ contributor Ken Wells explains how high-tech gadgets are making waves in the competitive fishing world. Imani Moise hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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