Hybrid‑work expert Nicholas Bloom says World Cup chaos and pricey commutes are turning July into the summer of remote work

Nicholas Bloom, an economist who has extensively researched remote work over two decades, suggests that factors like the World Cup chaos, high gas prices, and heatwaves are propelling more companies toward hybrid work models. Bloom argues that the pandemic has shown the viability of remote work, and many employers are unlikely to revert to fully in-office setups. This shift could reshape workplace dynamics, impacting everything from employee satisfaction to business costs and urban planning.