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Encore - Why we get conned and how to avoid it, with Daniel Simons, PhD, and Christopher Chabris, PhD
Speaking of Psychology
The Great Chess Fraud and Its Lessons
This chapter explores a notorious chess con from 1993 where a fraudster participated in a tournament posing as a famous mathematician. It delves into the psychological aspects of scams, revealing how scams exploit vulnerabilities and how AI might enhance deceitful practices. The discussion emphasizes the need for critical awareness and healthy skepticism in recognizing and preventing scams.
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