Behind every overconfident leader might be a ‘rational sycophant,’ veteran game theorists find
Astrobitica
June 11, 2026 (Last updated: June 11, 2026) 1 minute read
The past and present are rife with examples of advisers convincing leaders of the benefits of launching an ill-advised war, or downplaying the risks of a potentially fatal flaw in the design of a car or spacecraft.
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