Many different fields have studied the need for systems to find equilibrium, from thermodynamics to social sciences. The core concept is that systems tend toward a stable state, but the nature of that stability and the mechanisms for achieving it vary greatly. Equilibrium in Different Systems Thermodynamics and Physics: In this context, equilibrium is a Read More …
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Notes :: Maximum Entropy
Maximum entropy is a principle stating that, given prior constraints or data, the most objective probability distribution is the one with the highest possible entropy, representing the greatest uncertainty and least assumption beyond what is known. This method selects a probability distribution that maximizes uncertainty while still satisfying the constraints of the data, such as Read More …
Notes :: Entropy
Entropy measures the average uncertainty or randomness of a system’s possible outcomes, with higher entropy meaning more uncertainty and unpredictability. For instance, the outcome of a fair coin flip is highly uncertain, reflecting high entropy. Conversely, if a system’s outcomes are highly predictable or one outcome is far more likely than others, its entropy is Read More …
The Special Dividend Loan
The “Special Dividend Loan” is another way private equity can suck cash out of other institutions while they continue to strip mine a company. I think the rules might work a little differently for them.
The Musings of a Keyboard Commander
The problem with Trumpian mercantilism First go read this: Condition-of-England question. You do not need to read this: Carlyle.
Chats with AI – Gemini – Who wants a P2P Operating System?
The start of this AI chat is: Among the Reality Entrepreneurs This is a follow up from this original post.
the 3 ‘B’ exports of the USA
Heard this on a financial talking head show the other day. The 3 main exports of the USE are the 3 B’s. Bushels –> food, corn, soybeans, etc. Barrels –> Oil Bombs –> self explanatory. I had never heard of this before, but there is a kind of easy simplification of the economy to these.
Trump blinked first
So far, we have a pause in the tariffs and a few items moving into different tariff buckets apparently. There is much speculation about why did Trump blink, and issue this pause. This article is not helping resolve that speculation, merely pointing out my idea through a series of articles from the Internet. You can Read More …
How Tech Billionaires Plan to Destroy America
A look into how the tech leaders may be using the new administration to achieve their own agenda. Looking specifically at Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen, Ben Horowitz, Brian Armstrong, and David Sacks as well as their relationship with figures like JD Vance, Balaji Srinivasan, and Curtis Yarvin. There is a focused discussion on Read More …
Wild Auto Insurance claims in Arizona
https://azcapitoltimes.com/news/2025/03/09/to-lower-costs-for-families-and-businesses-we-must-end-lawsuit-abuse/ How does this affect auto insurance? Author never says. They just make the wild accusation, follow it up with a fact, and then double down on their wild accusation. No evidence as to why they are related. https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/guides/the-top-10-most-expensive-states-for-car-insurance-486233.aspx https://www.insure.com/car-insurance/car-insurance-rates.html https://www.bankrate.com/insurance/car/states/ https://www.marketwatch.com/guides/insurance-services/car-insurance-arizona/ https://www.insurancethoughtleadership.com/auto-insurance/10-most-expensive-states-car-insurance