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Paul Smaldino & C. Thi Nguyen on Problems with Value Metrics & Governance at Scale (EPE 06)

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The Challenges and Risks of Understanding Social Dynamics at Scale

Currently, there is a lack of coherent theories about social dynamics that work at scale in modern diverse societies./nMany existing models for cultural evolution were developed for pre-industrial societies./nCommunication is a crucial aspect as the dissemination of understanding is important./nA good formal theory about social systems can be both difficult to understand and potentially dangerous if exploited by nefarious actors./nUnderstanding certain actors' behavior and the consequences of their actions allows for informed decision-making and intervention.

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