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Setting AIRS Free

AI Research & Strategy • 158 implied HN points • 05 Aug 24
đź•ą Technology Economic Models
  1. The writer has paused billing for their Substack and is offering full refunds to all paid subscribers. They believe it's fair since they haven't been able to provide valuable content recently.
  2. Health challenges impacted the writer's ability to consistently focus on their Substack. They want to put their health first instead of feeling pressured to deliver content.
  3. The writer plans to continue writing occasionally, focusing on joy instead of obligation. They appreciate the support they've received and are thankful for their subscribers.

Makers and takers

Wyclif's Dust • 2146 implied HN points • 09 Nov 24
🌍 World Politics Economic Models
  1. Wars aren't always won by the richest countries. Sometimes, less wealthy states focus more on military spending and fighting, giving them advantages in conflict.
  2. Countries that struggle economically may prioritize making weapons and preparing for war, using their limited resources to specialize in conflict instead of production.
  3. Trade and economics are deeply connected to politics. In a world with no clear authority, countries often use military power to protect or expand their economic interests.

Beyond Growth: A Strategy for Tackling Power. My speech to the EU Conference

System Change • 668 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🌍 World Politics Economic Models
  1. The Money Interest holds real power over the planet and must be challenged by focusing on monetary policy.
  2. The economic model discussed highlights the need to shift focus from attacking the 99% for consumption to holding the 1% accountable for overproduction.
  3. To mobilize the majority for change, we must shine a light on the finance sector, educate ourselves on monetary policy, and focus on challenging the 1% instead of the 99%.

Fertility as Metascience

Maximum Progress • 334 implied HN points • 22 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Economic Models
  1. Increasing population growth is crucial for economic and technological progress
  2. People have increasing returns and can drive economic growth by sharing ideas
  3. Population growth is fundamental for economic growth and technological progress based on empirical evidence

Pessimistic thoughts about the left

Philosophy bear • 328 implied HN points • 13 Feb 25
đź“– Philosophy Economic Models
  1. The left often avoids discussing difficult trade-offs because they don't want to upset their supporters. This can lead to a lack of solid plans when they gain power.
  2. There's a problem with administrative spending in universities that the left doesn't address openly. Many unnecessary positions could be cut, but it’s a touchy subject.
  3. Pessimism about the left’s ability to create real change stems from a reluctance to make tough decisions. They need to start thinking about practical economic planning to be effective.
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Noise!

Lewis Enterprises • 157 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
đź’° Finance Economic Models
  1. Economics is better appreciated as a history of thought rather than an explanatory science.
  2. Fischer Black simplified complex financial models to focus on crucial elements.
  3. The concept of 'noise' in the financial markets affects our ability to predict returns and understand economic variables.

Lawler: More on the “Neutral” Interest Rate (R*)

CalculatedRisk Newsletter • 14 implied HN points • 09 Dec 25
đź’° Finance Economic Models
  1. Different models produce very different estimates of the neutral interest rate (R*), so there is a wide range of possible values.
  2. No single model clearly stands out as the most accurate, which means model-based estimates are inherently uncertain.
  3. That uncertainty creates a dilemma for policymakers and analysts, who should treat model outputs cautiously and consider multiple estimates and the range of outcomes.

Circular Economy, Challenges for the Recycling and Repurposing Models

Divergent Futures • 19 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Economic Models
  1. Recycling requires a lot of energy. To make recycling effective, we need to ensure we have enough energy left over for future use, not just for recycling now.
  2. Repurposing items can be costly at a large scale. It's often cheaper to produce new items because mass production is more efficient than repairing unique, broken items.
  3. The main focus should be on reducing waste, not just on conserving resources. Waste creates urgent problems like pollution and health issues, which need more attention in discussions about sustainability.

Black, blue and white swans: Comments on Taleb

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 13 Oct 08
đź’° Finance Economic Models
  1. It's important to realize that real-life data often doesn’t follow normal patterns and can have unexpected jumps and surprises.
  2. While it's essential to be aware of unpredictable events (black swans), we shouldn't stop planning or forecasting our future.
  3. We should use our best judgment to value assets, keeping in mind that shocks can occur, and we need to account for these risks.

The ebb and flow

do clouds feel vertigo? • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
đź’° Finance Economic Models
  1. Time isn't always the same for everyone. There's regular time for coordination and a deeper, personal sense of timing that shapes our experiences.
  2. The concept of 'kairos' highlights the right moment to take action - it's about finding those critical opportunities in life.
  3. Financial markets show that prices reflect collective disagreements and decisions. They hold important information about how people view value over time.

The Taxi Cab Theory of Venture Capital

Digital Native • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jul 25
đź’Ľ Business Economic Models
  1. Venture capital today often relies on consensus rather than bold decisions. This means investors might jump into trends instead of backing unique, original ideas.
  2. Timing plays a big role in investment decisions, much like how people choose partners based on when they're ready, not who they truly connect with. Investors sometimes feel pressured to act, leading to hasty decisions.
  3. For the venture capital world to thrive, it needs to reward original thinking and long-term potential, not just quick profits. Encouraging patience and deep conviction can lead to better outcomes.

Decoding Expectations

inexactscience • 0 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
đź’° Finance Economic Models
  1. Expectations are key to economic models because they shape how people behave and react to changes in the economy. For example, if people expect prices to rise, they may ask for higher wages.
  2. There is confusion about whether expectations tend to overreact or underreact to information. Evidence shows that expectations can do both—people might overreact to recent events but underreact to larger economic trends.
  3. Bias in expectations is often studied, but noise—random fluctuations and errors—is just as important and can affect forecasts significantly. Understanding both can help improve how we predict economic outcomes.