Using Game Theory to Predict Negotiations in the Russo-Ukrainian War
In class we discussed how game theory can be applied towards outcomes with prison sentencing by using the prisoner’s dilemma example. Depending on one prisoner’s answer, someone will get a longer or shorter sentence. We defined certain strategies as having the best response. The same reasoning can be applied in negotiations. One wants to figure […]
Positive/Negative Ties in Global Conflict
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2022/04/26/us-ukraine-allies-weapons/ As has been covered extensively in the news, the invasion of Ukraine by Russia earlier this year continues to cause mass destruction and untold havoc towards the innocent Ukrainian citizens. What has followed since the February conflict began has been heavy sanctions from Ukraine’s allies, including the United States. In addition to these […]
Move over Instagram and Snapchat, a new social media app is here: How BeReal has changed the social media game
In the age where a well-crafted social media profile plays an integral role in meeting and getting to know people, it’s difficult to believe that apps which promote and foster a sense of “authenticity” and “realness” would be popular. As a Gen Z myself, I often find myself taking time thinking of what to post […]
Using Game Theory to Analyze Trends in Women’s Sports Fans:
https://www.sportsilab.com/reportstore/p/the-growth-of-womens-sports Sports Innovation Lab (founded by Angela Ruggerio – 4X Olympic Women’s Hockey Medalist) conducted the largest ever study of women’s sports fans, titled “The Fan Project”. The data showed that investing in women’s sports is beneficial for brands, and that women’s sports fans were likely to spend 2-4X more per purchase than general sports […]