From Media to the Agentic Economy: How Curiosity Didn’t Kill the Cat

Join NYU Blockchain Lab for a conversation with Christina Cheung, Deputy Chief of Staff to the CEO at Circle, as we explore the emerging agentic economy and how AI is reshaping the future of work.

As AI agents become more capable of making decisions and conducting transactions independently, new questions are emerging about their role in the economy. Christina will discuss why AI agents need financial infrastructure and how these developments could change the way we work.

Drawing from her unconventional career journey, Christina will also share how curiosity has guided her through different industries and helped her navigate uncertainty. The conversation will explore what AI might replace, what remains uniquely human, and how we can prepare for opportunities that don’t yet exist.

About the Speaker

Christina Cheung is Deputy Chief of Staff to the CEO and Counsel to the President at Circle. She previously served as Associate General Counsel at Polygon Labs and dYdX, following her earlier career at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP and in television presenting.

She holds a JD/MBA from Penn Law and Wharton and graduated as valedictorian of the Columbia University–Sciences Po Dual BA Program. She has lived in five countries across three continents and attended thirteen different schools.

Event Details

The session will feature an interactive discussion followed by audience Q&A and networking.

🍕 Complimentary food and drinks will be provided!

We welcome both students and industry professionals to join the conversation and connect with the NYU Blockchain Lab community.