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Cutting-edge thought leadership from the Spring/Summer 2026 issue of Wharton Magazine
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AI/Analytics

Inside the Data Center Boom

In an industry headed toward a $7 trillion explosion, alumni experts reveal what’s shaping the infrastructure that’s fueling AI.

Knowledge at Wharton: Q&A
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AI/Analytics

Putting AI to Work

How to get the buy-in necessary to make artificial intelligence stick across operations

The Salon
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Law/Business Ethics

Wild World of College Sports

Professor Kenneth Shropshire discusses the updated edition of his book on student-athletes and this radically transformative time for the NCAA.

Knowledge at Wharton: Data
Marketing
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8.8 Months: How long the federal government could be fully funded by even the most drastic “billionaire tax”

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AI/Analytics

Wharton Studies the Impact of Data Centers

Scholars examine the implications of the data-center boom for land use, energy, and the environment.

Knowledge at Wharton: The Case
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AI/Analytics

AI’s Talent Reset

A report by Wharton and Accenture reveals how AI is impacting the job search — and how workers, employers, and educators can prepare.

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Health Care

The Hidden Impact of Opioids on Job Performance

New research reveals how painkiller prescriptions influence promotions, disciplinary measures, and productivity in the military.

Knowledge at Wharton: Essay
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Finance

Can Big Banks Impact Climate Consciousness?

A study examines the results of mandated stress tests in Europe.

Syllabus
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Economics

Macroeconomic Policy in Practice

A timely examination of central bank moves, fiscal measures, and economic upheaval — viewed through the lens of decision-makers

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Alumni Authors

Must-Read Wharton Authors

How AI is altering art and society, insights to boost your wellbeing, and more from alumni and faculty

Knowledge at Wharton: The Deck
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Research

Can Classroom Cell-Phone Bans Boost Grades?

Wharton research illustrates the academic — and behavioral — benefits of making students put their phones away.

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AI/Analytics
June 01, 2026

Navigating the Complexity of AI Capability Pricing

Three approaches for software companies looking to monetize AI

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School News
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Alumni Authors
May 27, 2026

Advice From Wharton Authors: Write What You Know

Authenticity was the theme at Wharton Magazine’s Alumni Authors Salon during Wharton MBA Reunion Weekend.

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Alumni Spotlight
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Leadership
May 19, 2026

From Inspiration to ‘I Do’

The Knot Worldwide CEO Raina Moskowitz W05 on leading a company that has helped millions of couples turn their wedding-day ideas into reality

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Blog Network
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Real Estate
May 18, 2026

Revitalizing Real Estate at Google

Kent Trabing WG01 interviews fellow WEMBA Michael Tabb WG99 on leading development projects for the tech giant.

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