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Does hybrid intelligence trigger breakthrough innovation?

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The integration of artificial intelligence and human intelligence into hybrid intelligence has created new opportunities for organizational breakthrough innovation. While previous studies have examined the impact of artificial intelligence technology systems on firm innovation from a single perspective, this study explores the relationship between hybrid intelligence and organizational breakthrough innovation from a collaborative viewpoint. It also examines the micro-mechanisms linking hybrid intelligence to breakthrough innovation. Based on structural equation modeling of survey data from 280 Chinese firms, the results indicate that: first, hybrid intelligence is positively associated with organizational breakthrough innovation. Second, knowledge recombination plays a mediating role in the relationship between hybrid intelligence and breakthrough innovation. Third, both complexity and agility in knowledge recombination function as distinct mechanisms. This research highlights the significant value for firms in forming hybrid intelligence systems leveraging artificial intelligence technology to foster breakthrough innovation.

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  • Shi, Jincheng, 2026. "Does hybrid intelligence trigger breakthrough innovation?," Technovation, Elsevier, vol. 152(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:techno:v:152:y:2026:i:c:s0166497226000234
    DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2026.103488
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