Group 1 - The Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for 2025 highlights the deep response to global economic development challenges, awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt [1][3] - Mokyr's research emphasizes the link between the Enlightenment's "progressive beliefs" and the encouragement of innovation, which ultimately led to the technological revolution [1][3] - Aghion and Howitt's theory of "creative destruction" underscores the necessity of continuously eliminating old models to embrace new dynamics for economic growth [3][11] Group 2 - The establishment of the British patent system was influenced by societal recognition of "knowledge privatization," supported by Enlightenment thinkers advocating rationality and property rights [5][11] - The concept of "white cat, black cat" in China's reform era legitimized wealth creation, releasing economic vitality, demonstrating the power of ideas in shaping economic outcomes [7][11] - Social media's rise has made public opinion a variable in economic decision-making, as seen in cases where companies faced backlash over perceived exploitation [7][9] Group 3 - The warning from Mokyr about developing countries focusing solely on economic catch-up while neglecting social modernization, risking falling into the "middle-income trap" [11][13] - Argentina's experience illustrates the dangers of excessive welfare and market intervention, leading to economic stagnation and public aversion to innovation [11][13] - The disconnect between public perception and the realities of market dynamics can hinder sectors like the restaurant industry from accessing financing due to misconceptions about capital and food safety [15][16] Group 4 - The rise of economic populism, exacerbated by social media, poses a global challenge, complicating rational discussions about market complexities [18][20] - The need for a "conceptual enlightenment" akin to the Enlightenment movement is essential for contemporary economic growth, emphasizing that market economies thrive on collaboration and innovation [20]