game theory
noun
: the analysis of a situation involving conflicting interests (as in business or military strategy) in terms of gains and losses among opposing players
game theorist
noun
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Rather, the game theory predicts extending the current overindebted credit model by adding more unproductive debt while stacking bitcoin.
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Ansel Lindner, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
And game theory makes clear that, even for the most selfish players, incentives for cooperation improve when the game is repeated and players can credibly threaten quick and effective punishment for cheating.
—Thomas J. Bollyky, Foreign Affairs, 27 July 2020
And his answer to that is this sort of megamind game theory response.
—Jon Sarlin, CNN, 8 Oct. 2024
Here are some practical techniques to incorporate: • Scenario Planning 2.0: Move beyond traditional scenario planning by incorporating elements of game theory and complex adaptive systems.
—Katie Britton, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
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Ansel Lindner, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
And game theory makes clear that, even for the most selfish players, incentives for cooperation improve when the game is repeated and players can credibly threaten quick and effective punishment for cheating.
—Thomas J. Bollyky, Foreign Affairs, 27 July 2020
And his answer to that is this sort of megamind game theory response.
—Jon Sarlin, CNN, 8 Oct. 2024
Here are some practical techniques to incorporate: • Scenario Planning 2.0: Move beyond traditional scenario planning by incorporating elements of game theory and complex adaptive systems.
—Katie Britton, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
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“Game theory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20theory. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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