Longform links: demographic assumptions
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Kevin Roose, author of The AGI Chronicles: The Inside Story of the Race to Create an Artificial Superintelligence, discusses demographic assumptions in the world of artificial intelligence. Rachel Maddow's new book, Department of Fate, delves into the promise, power, and collapse of America's most consequential institution and its demographic implications.
In The Opposite of Happiness, George Loewenstein explores how bad feelings shape and affect society, with a focus on demographic trends. Danny Meyer, author of What Could Possibly Go Right, talks about the demographic factors influencing the success of his establishments. In Gambling, Bloomberg exposes how sports betting companies exploit vulnerable demographics.
The New Yorker reports on how online gambling led to the downfall of an NBA player, highlighting demographic risks. A piece in the FT examines how large portions of Britain's economy have been acquired by foreign entities, impacting demographic distribution. An article in the WSJ discusses the challenges of re-shoring manufacturing, including furniture, and its demographic consequences.
Bloomberg highlights how police can exploit data collected by phones, with significant demographic consequences. The NYT argues that America is inadvertently pushing away scientific talent, with implications for future demographics. In Foreign Affairs, the fertility crisis is discussed in the context of demographic shifts and our understanding of it.
Bloomberg reports on climate models predicting higher temperatures and more volatility, with potential demographic impacts. The Atlantic explores how much of human history was likely submerged, raising demographic questions. Ken Griffin's efforts to revitalize Miami are examined through a demographic lens. Longreads questions the purpose of burying time capsules, considering demographic perspectives.
A piece in the Thinger examines why aging rock stars continue to perform, with implications for demographic trends.
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