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How big is your government?

55 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23

🌍 World Politics Corporate Power Land ownership Infrastructure

The Index of Economic Freedom doesn't consider government ownership of the economy in measuring government size.
Land ownership and regulations have a strong impact on the economy in places like Hong Kong and Singapore.
The Index should account for corporate economic power and positive freedoms in evaluating economic freedom.

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31 implied HN points • 12 Feb 23

🔬 Science Neural Networks Scientific research Macroeconomics Peer Review

Understand how neural networks work with an interesting explanation from Olah et. al
Learn about the history of scientific research and patronage from the rich
Gain insights on modern macroeconomics and what it gets wrong

Contra Scott on AI Races

24 implied HN points • 16 May 23

🕹 Technology AI Military Economics Manufacturing Research

Under a slow takeoff, the race for general AI is indefinite, and staying ahead is crucial for maintaining an advantage.
In an indefinite race, falling behind can result in a significant GDP gap with long-term implications for military conflicts.
Economic and technological advantages, especially driven by AI, play a critical role in modern warfare scenarios, emphasizing the importance of competitiveness.

Public Policy for Realists

1 HN point • 30 Apr 23

🌍 World Politics Public Policy Government Regulation Bureaucracy Law

Making public policy is complex and involves considering multiple factors and stakeholders.
Good public policy requires reliable data, research, and understanding of causation.
Implementing public policy effectively involves considering state capacity, avoiding rushed decisions, and building evidence-based solutions over time.