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Daniel Schmachtenberger: “Bend not Break #2: Maximum Power and Hyper Agents”

The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens

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Utility Over Origin: The Power of Acceptance

Game theory can explore how non-game theory elements are leveraged for broader impact. The spread of Christianity is an illustrative case, where the significant growth in followers occurred not through the teachings of Jesus but rather through historical figures like Constantine. While initially, Christians faced persecution, the transformation of the Roman Empire into a conduit for Christianity, marked by the Council of Nicaea and the crusades, highlights how the adoption and promotion of an idea depend on those who recognize its potential and are motivated to expand it. This suggests that it's not the origin of the concept that matters, but the strategic and utilitarian decisions made by influential agents that drive its proliferation.

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