Tyler Cowen on AI and China
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Bureaucracies Through Time
This chapter explores the efficiency of historical bureaucracies, focusing on the Aztec Empire and its advancements in infrastructure and biotechnology. The speakers contrast this with the administrative strategies of the Roman Empire and contemporary institutions like the Singaporean government and DARPA, examining how they foster innovation. Additionally, they discuss the influence of literature on personal development, cautioning against cult-like affiliations stemming from certain readings, while advocating for a broader appreciation of humanities in the tech field.
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