1041. OpenAI says it shares Anthropic's 'red lines' over military AI use
Shannon Bond reports that OpenAI's Sam Altman aligns with Anthropic's limitations on military AI use during their conflict with the Pentagon.
1042. OpenAI announces Pentagon deal after Trump bans Anthropic
Federal agencies will stop using Anthropic's tools within six months due to a presidential ban.
1043. Claude Code 26: Multiple Agents Auditing Your Callaway and Sant'Anna Diff-in-Diff (Part 2)
The post explores using AI agents for empirical analysis in social sciences, focusing on a difference-in-differences method applied to a Brazilian mental health reform study.
1044. Paramount and Warner Bros' deal is about merging studios, and a whole lot more
The post discusses the implications of the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros, highlighting its impact on the media landscape and ownership dynamics.
1045. The Economics of Faltering Fascism
An argument that historical economic recoveries under authoritarian leaders facilitated their power consolidation, contrasting with Trump's inability to leverage economic conditions for similar gains.
1046. Sam’s Links: February Edition
The post features a collection of links discussing topics like speculation in housing, the EU's market issues, and various cultural and political anecdotes.
1047. Roundup #78: Roboliberalism
The post discusses AI's impact on productivity, examining contrasting views on its economic effects and the relationship between GDP growth and job growth.
1048. Why even ‘perfect’ AI therapy may be structurally doomed
An argument that unlimited access to AI therapy could undermine its effectiveness, as structured limitations in traditional therapy foster personal growth and self-awareness.
1049. Alternative Estimates of Q4 Output
An argument that alternative estimates of output for Q4 are presented, focusing on growth rates and projections based on net operating surplus calculations.
1050. Who’s the real favorite in the Texas Senate primary?
The post analyzes the competitive Texas Democratic Senate primary between Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, highlighting voter demographics and potential outcomes.
1051. WTF is Pro-Worker AI
The discussion centers on defining pro-Worker AI, its implications for labor value, and the complexities of technology's impact on worker capabilities and economic dynamics.
1052. In reversal, Warner Bros. jilts Netflix for Paramount
Warner Bros. prefers Paramount's enhanced acquisition offer over a previous $83 billion agreement with Netflix for its streaming services and assets.
1053. These major issues have brought together Democrats and Republicans in states
Regan McCarthy discusses bipartisan agreement between Democrats and Republicans on regulating artificial intelligence and data centers across the country.
1054. Mortgage rates fall below 6% for the first time in years
Stephan Bisaha discusses the recent decline in average home loan rates below 6% and its potential impact on the housing market.
1055. When Extraterrestrials Attacked the Stock Market
The post discusses the impact of AI on the economy, questioning the validity of predictions about financial chaos and exploring investor reactions to speculative reports.
1056. Balderdash In Teaching Of Labor Economics
An argument that critiques traditional labor economics theories, highlighting their ideological biases and outdated assumptions about unemployment and labor market dynamics.
1057. Why does America feel worse than other countries? Crime.
An argument that America's high crime rate, influenced by progressive attitudes, hinders serious discussions and solutions, distinguishing it from other countries' issues.
1058. Claude Code 25: More Autonomous Agents Are Coming to Research
The post discusses the emergence of autonomous AI agents, focusing on the security vulnerabilities of OpenClaw and its implications for future updates to Claude Code.
1059. Why farmers in California are backing a giant solar farm
Farmers are transitioning fallow land into solar farms due to water access restrictions, highlighting a shift towards renewable energy solutions in agriculture.
1060. Every business wants your review. What's with the feedback frenzy?
James Doubek discusses the relationship between customer reviews and business needs, highlighting the potential negative effects of excessive feedback requests.