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It’s time to explain some game theory

The field of study is used in everything from auctions to baseball, but it’s often misunderstood, thanks to Hollywood.
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The Computer That Taught Itself To Bluff

Today AI can play mistake-free poker; will it solve national security next?
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How To Win A Trampoline War, According To Science

A study from the Ohio State University looks into the physics of bouncing on trampolines.
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How long can you get ahead by screwing other people over?
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Why I Let My Students Cheat On Their Game Theory Exam

Teaching people game theory is good. Making them live it is even better, says UCLA professor Peter Nonacs.
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As with any good experiment, knowing your initial conditions is key.
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Military Research Teaches Robots How to Deceive Each Other

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A Conversation with Len Fisher

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