Artificial Intelligence in the Service of Entrepreneurship – Position of the New Austrian Theory
https://doi.org/10.38050/2078-3809-2024-16-2-53-62
Abstract
The article is devoted to a review of research by representatives of the new Austrian theory (hereinafter – NAT), devoted to the use of artificial intelligence (hereinafter – AI) in business activities. The first part examines the position of NAT representatives regarding the possibility of replacing a human entrepreneur with artificial intelligence; the second part highlights the new opportunities that, according to NAT representatives, the use of AI as a new tool opens up for entrepreneurs.
About the Authors
L. A. TutovRussian Federation
Leonid A. Tutov, Doctor of Philosophy, Professor, Faculty of Economics
Moscow
A. A. Izmaylov
Russian Federation
Alexander A. Izmaylov, Candidate of Economic Sciences, Assistant, Faculty of Economics
Moscow
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Review
For citations:
Tutov L.A., Izmaylov A.A. Artificial Intelligence in the Service of Entrepreneurship – Position of the New Austrian Theory. Scientific Research of Faculty of Economics. Electronic Journal. 2024;16(2):53-62. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.38050/2078-3809-2024-16-2-53-62