Best Convex Podcasts (2024)

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A Consensus-Based Algorithm for Non-Convex Multiplayer Games: Nonlinear Oligopoly Games 2:17

5h ago2:17

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/a-consensus-based-algorithm-for-non-convex-multiplayer-games-nonlinear-oligopoly-games. A novel algorithm using swarm intelligence to find global Nash equilibria in nonconvex multiplayer games, with convergence guarantees and numerical experiments. Check more stories relat…

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Triathlete Dame Flora on Defending her Olympic Gold in Paris 36:17

3d ago36:17

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When reigning Olympic Gold triathlete Dame Flora Duffy takes her place on the pontoon on the Seine in Paris in three weeks’ time, it marks the end of a long, frustrating battle to make the start line. Flora finished 2022 on a high, winning her second Commonwealth Gold, but was devastated not to race at all in 2023 due to a painful, complicated knee…

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Correlation, Crowding and Convexity 15:30

20d ago15:30

15:30

There’s been some decent ink spilled recently on the “dispersion trade” which has profited from the epically low level of realized correlation among stocks. If winning trades attract capital and erode the margin of safety in the process, is this exposure crowded and vulnerable to an unwind? In this short pod, I lay out a 5-part, informal framework …

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A Consensus-Based Algorithm for Non-Convex Multiplayer Games: Abstract and Introduction 5:06

5h ago5:06

5:06

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/a-consensus-based-algorithm-for-non-convex-multiplayer-games-abstract-and-introduction. A novel algorithm using swarm intelligence to find global Nash equilibria in nonconvex multiplayer games, with convergence guarantees and numerical experiments. Check more stories relat…

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MIchelle Meyer, Chief Economist, Head of the Mastercard Economics Institute 37:49

12h ago37:49

37:49

A Wall Street economist who served institutional clients at both Lehman Brothers and Bank of America, Michelle Meyer, transitioned to Mastercard two and a half years ago, now serving as the firm’s Chief Economist and Head of the Mastercard Economics Institute. I had the opportunity to catch up with Michelle back in May and while much has of course …

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The Evolution of Browser Games: From Flash to Modern Times 5:23

16h ago5:23

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-evolution-of-browser-games-from-flash-to-modern-times. Explore the evolution of browser games from simple Flash to advanced HTML5, JavaScript, and WebGL experiences, highlighting their growth and modern capabilities Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hack…

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How to Install DuckStation for Playing PS1 Games on Linux 4:28

5d ago4:28

4:28

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-install-duckstation-for-playing-ps1-games-on-linux. Learn how to install DuckStation on your Linux system to enjoy your childhood PlayStation 1 games with modern graphics and top-notch speed. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. …

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A Discussion on US Election 1:04:05

10d ago1:04:05

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In this episode, we will discuss the coming US election and the investment implications.By total convexity

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Dakar Winner Jane Daniels on her Adrenalin-Fuelled sport 39:47

10d ago39:47

39:47

Four time British FIM Enduro World Champion Jane Daniels aimed simply to complete her first ever Dakar race – an extreme endurance event. But she won the 2024 Women’s Class, racing across 7,891km of towering sand dunes, vast oases, and dramatic rock formations in Saudi Arabia, sponsored by Italian motorcycle company Fantic. Jane, from Wigan, shares…

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Play, Build, and Earn on Play-to-Earn Platforms 7:45

12d ago7:45

7:45

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/play-build-and-earn-on-play-to-earn-platforms. In this article, we'll explore P2E gaming on the blockchain, and how players are rewarded for their time and effort put into playing these games. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You ca…

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Cuban’s Collar is Jensen’s Alpha 16:47

13d ago16:47

16:47

It’s been 25 years since Mark Cuban implemented an exceedingly well-timed and attractively priced hedge on shares of Yahoo. In this short podcast, we review the popular “zero cost collar” trade and discuss the factors that impact its pricing. Cuban is known for playing offense in investing, buying the Mavs and making deals on the Tank. But his defe…

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Web3 Game Con: The World's Largest Web3 Game Show Debuts At ABS2024 In Taipei 5:51

14d ago5:51

5:51

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/web3-game-con-the-worlds-largest-web3-game-show-debuts-at-abs2024-in-taipei. The Future of Gaming with GEDA, MATR1X, Bitboy & Ordz Games, Pomerium, and over 50 gaming projects. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You can also check exc…

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Cryptopia Announces Increased Airdrop Allocation And Beta Tester Rewards 3:10

15d ago3:10

3:10

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/cryptopia-announces-increased-airdrop-allocation-and-beta-tester-rewards. Not only did the campaign surpass the team's expectations with over 50,000 participants completing an impressive 137,000 missions, but it also helped Cryptopia Check more stories related to gaming at…

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Oli France's Journey from Death Valley to the Summit of Denali 37:34

19d ago37:34

37:34

Explorer Oli France on his 64-day, 3,588-mile 'human powered' journey, cycling alone for 39 days from Death Valley in California to Denali, eventually reaching the summit of one of the world’s most challenging mountains. Oli spent ten years dreaming of and five years planning ‘The Ultimate Seven’ project – expeditions which will culminate in, hopef…

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Stardew Valley 1.6 on Switch: For the Console, The Wait Continues ("As Soon as Possible") 3:47

20d ago3:47

3:47

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/stardew-valley-16-on-switch-for-the-console-the-wait-continues-as-soon-as-possible. Discover the latest updates and features of the highly anticipated Stardew Valley 1.6 update for Nintendo Switch. Learn about new content, gameplay enhancements Check more stories related t…

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Garrett DeSimone, Head of Quantitative Research at OptionMetrics 48:44

24d ago48:44

48:44

Earning a Ph.D. in financial economics is no small feat. And not only did Garrett DeSimone do just that, but he would unknowingly embark on his future career in the process of doing so. His dissertation from the University of Delaware involved the study of event risk premia in single stocks ahead of earnings. And to perform the analysis he engaged …

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Web3 Sports Fantasy Game Maincard.io Now Live On TON 4:17

23d ago4:17

4:17

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/web3-sports-fantasy-game-maincardio-now-live-on-ton. The goal was to transfer most of the game's functionality, which is already available on the Polygon blockchain, and include exclusive features for TON blockch Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.…

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Dr Jack Wolfson’s Natural Way to Heart Health 47:05

26d ago47:05

47:05

Dr Jack Wolfson practised as a traditional hospital cardiologist in the States for more than 16 years, following in his eminent father’s footsteps. An epiphany moment with his now wife, Dr Heather Wolfson, led him on a different journey - to investigate the cause of heart disease and illness, rather than ‘put a Band-Aid’ over the symptoms. Based in…

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Gaming Leaders CARV And Double Jump.tokyo Join Forces To Reshape Web3 Experiences 6:10

27d ago6:10

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/gaming-leaders-carv-and-double-jumptokyo-join-forces-to-reshape-web3-experiences. The alliance brings together two powerhouses in the industry, promising to drive innovation and widespread adoption of web3 gaming. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon…

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Parallel TCG Releases On Epic Games Store 4:35

27d ago4:35

4:35

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/parallel-tcg-releases-on-epic-games-store. . Players collect cards, build 40-card decks combining cards from one of the five factions and the Universal pool, and engage in strategic battles against their Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gam…

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There’s No Crying in Correlation 13:42

27d ago13:42

13:42

The study of correlation is valuable, informative and, likely an over-indulged in activity on Wall Street. That said, there are important risk considerations when it comes to how significantly assets move together or do not. The task at hand in this short podcast is to illustrate and contemplate the diverging paths of two important correlations: th…

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Decision-making Unravelled with Behavioural Scientist Elspeth Kirkman 47:50

1M ago47:50

47:50

In this week’s Convex Conversation we explore behavioural science and its role in helping tackle some of the greatest challenges in society. Behavioural scientist Elspeth Kirkman – Chief Programmes Officer at innovation charity Nesta – reveals how issues like the nation’s health, domestic decarbonisation and the disparity in early childhood are bei…

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MVP Game Development With Flutter and Flame 18:09

1M ago18:09

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/mvp-game-development-with-flutter-and-flame. Follow along as we build an example game, demonstrating the power and efficiency of Flutter and Flame for creating engaging and functional games quickly. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. …

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Warped Games Embraces Premature Teaser Release To Highlight "Warped Universe" 4:05

1M ago4:05

4:05

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/warped-games-embraces-premature-teaser-release-to-highlight-warped-universe. The post racked up 80,000 impressions over the subsequent days before the Warped Team decided they might as well keep the post live. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com…

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CARV Secures Strategic Investment From NEOWIZ’s Web3 Gaming Platform Intella X Ahead Of Public Node 4:56

1M ago4:56

4:56

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/carv-secures-strategic-investment-from-neowizs-web3-gaming-platform-intella-x-ahead-of-public-node. The investment, in the form of CARV node purchasing in anticipation of tomorrow’s public sale, will fuel greater synergies between the two gaming ecosystems. Check more stor…

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The Zeroes…A Cross Asset Sequel 14:25

1M ago14:25

14:25

With option prices in the doldrums, your host provides some thoughts on why and in the process reflects on the skinny levels of risk premia a decade ago. I finish with some cautionary observations around what might go wrong. I hope you enjoy this short pod!By Dean Curnutt

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Raghuram Rajan, Professor of Finance, Chicago Booth, and Former Head of Reserve Bank of India 52:43

1M ago52:43

52:43

It was a pleasure to welcome Raghuram Rajan back to the Alpha Exchange. Raghu is currently a distinguished professor at the Chicago Booth School of Business and is the former head of the Reserve Bank of India. With a deep understanding of the intersection of markets, the economy and policymaking, he is among the most important voices on Central Ban…

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Royal Marines Assoc Paddle Group D-Day Tribute 39:03

1M ago39:03

39:03

To mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Helen joins the Paddle Group, Royal Marines Association, on the Thames in a folding two-man boat, known as a Klepper, made famous by the Cockleshell heroes. As she paddles with former Royal Marines corporal Chris Maynard and some of the team preparing to cross the Channel to Normandy, she discovers how these e…

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Solving Othello: Related Works You Should Be Aware Of 2:55

1M ago2:55

2:55

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/solving-othello-related-works-you-should-be-aware-of. The algorithms used to solve games have been extensively studied, and they are chosen based on the purpose and nature of the game. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You can also c…

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Othello Is Finally Solved 4:41

1M ago4:41

4:41

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/othello-is-finally-solved. The game of Othello is one of the world’s most complex and popular games that has yet to be computationally solved. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You can also check exclusive content about #strategy-gam…

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Harry Markopolos, "The Man Who Knew" 40:39

1M ago40:39

40:39

Corporate Fraud is an unfortunate, costly and seemingly never-ending aspect of the world of business. In the best case, fraud is prevented or, at least caught before harm is done. All too often, however, these cases of deception lead to large financial losses, impacting the lives of many - shareholders, individuals and certainly those that are cour…

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Catherine Fairweather's Life in Travel & Conflict News 36:55

2M ago36:55

36:55

Travel writer Catherine Fairweather talks about her new podcast series, Voices from the Frontline, exploring lives shaped by war. In the first episode she interviews her husband, revered photo-journalist Sir Don McCullin, and recalls how she first heard about Don from foreign correspondent Jon Swain when she was 11, living in Laos during the Indoch…

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World Of Warcraft Meets Escape From Tarkov: Chains Of War Launches On Epic Game Store 3:57

2M ago3:57

3:57

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/world-of-warcraft-meets-escape-from-tarkov-chains-of-war-launches-on-epic-game-store. Fans of the iconic 'World of Warcraft' franchise can expect fast-paced, action-packed gameplay with the high-quality graphics of Unreal Engine 5. Check more stories related to gaming at: …

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A Discussion on Latin America 35:28

2M ago35:28

35:28

In this episode, we will discuss our long-term outlook on Latin America.By total convexity

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Stereoscopic Imaging Technologies for PC Game Developers 13:15

2M ago13:15

13:15

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/stereoscopic-imaging-technologies-for-pc-game-developers. The principles of stereoscopic imaging, its evolution, and impact on PC game development. Learn from the expertise of Konstantin Morshnev Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You…

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How to Use Incantations in Elden Ring 5:51

2M ago5:51

5:51

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-use-incantations-in-elden-ring. Incantations offer a unique playstyle in Elden Ring and in this guide, players will find everything they need to know on how to unlock and use them. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You can als…

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At the Sharp End of the Charity Sector 37:04

2M ago37:04

37:04

Prince William is building 24 sustainable homes on his Duchy of Cornwall land at Nansledan to provide temporary accommodation and support for some of the many people sleeping rough in the county, in partnership with homelessness charity St Petrocs. Jon Sparkes OBE is a trustee of St Petrocs; ran Crisis; Scope; is currently CEO of UNICEK UK and is a…

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Metrics: Swallow the Red Pill 4:45

2M ago4:45

4:45

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/metrics-swallow-the-red-pill. User Perceived Metrics and User Reported Metrics complement each other and form the foundation for a highly reliable conversational assistant. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You can also check exclusi…

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Exploring the Impact of Gamification in Flipped Classrooms: Abstract and Introduction 2:03

2M ago2:03

2:03

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/exploring-the-impact-of-gamification-in-flipped-classrooms-abstract-and-introduction. This paper explores impact in flipped classrooms, offering recommendations for effective implementation and future research to enhance student success. Check more stories related to gamin…

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Levelling Up Learning: Exploring the Impact of Gamification in Flipped Classrooms: Discussion 8:27

2M ago8:27

8:27

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/levelling-up-learning-exploring-the-impact-of-gamification-in-flipped-classrooms-discussion. This paper explores impact in flipped classrooms, offering recommendations for effective implementation and future research to enhance student success. Check more stories related t…

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Kris Kumar, CIO, Goose Hollow Capital 1:03:01

2M ago1:03:01

1:03:01

It was a pleasure to welcome Kris Kumar, CIO of Goose Hollow Capital, to the Alpha Exchange. Our conversation starts with Fed policy and the manner in which the 500bps of policy tightening is impacting the economy. To this, Kris argues that the propitious starting position for households and corporates in this cycle has been quite different than in…

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Dinosaur Discoveries with Palaeontologist Prof Paul Barrett 47:09

2M ago47:09

47:09

Deep in the sub-basement of the Natural History Museum in London, surrounded by a vast collection of dinosaur bones, world-leading palaeontologist Prof Paul Barrett gives an insight into how prehistoric times can inform current issues like climate change. In this golden age for prehistoric reptiles, where on average one new dinosaur is discovered e…

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Minecraft: How to Make an Invisibility Potion 5:46

2M ago5:46

5:46

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/minecraft-how-to-make-an-invisibility-potion. Add a golden carrot and a fermented spider eye to an awkward potion to make invisibility potions in Minecraft. Then, use these potions to sneak up on others. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gam…

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Rory Stewart – Politics On The Edge 39:44

2M ago39:44

39:44

An insider’s view from former cabinet minister Rory Stewart OBE on the upcoming UK election and the difficulties a new Government will face taking over a country that he believes is bust, with public services we can't afford. Rory is already selling out venues like the O2 in the autumn with his The Rest is Politics podcast co-host Alastair Campbell…

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May 2024's Must-Play List: The Top 10 Game Releases You Can't Miss 7:42

2M ago7:42

7:42

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/may-2024s-must-play-list-the-top-10-game-releases-you-cant-miss. Dive deep into the 10 best games releasing in May 2024, including Senua's Saga, Paper Mario, Prince of Persia, and many others. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/c/gaming. You ca…

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Celebrating 10 Years of War Robots and Reflecting From A Technical Perspective 45:02

2M ago45:02

45:02

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/celebrating-10-years-of-war-robots-and-reflecting-from-a-technical-perspective. In this post, we look at the technical side of War Robots over 10 years: the cool stuff, the problems, the experiments, remastering the game, and more! Check more stories related to gaming at: …

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A Discussion on Mexico 31:50

2M ago31:50

31:50

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How to Summon Spirits in Elden Ring (and Upgrade Them) 5:49

2M ago5:49

5:49

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-summon-spirits-in-elden-ring-and-upgrade-them. Knowing how to summon spirits is a key part of Elden Ring and upgraded spirits are strong allies that can be helpful in defeating even the hardest bosses. Check more stories related to gaming at: https://hackernoon.com/…

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Royal Commentator & Historian Major General Alastair Bruce OBE 46:40

2M ago46:40

46:40

Major General Alastair Bruce OBE is known for his engaging live TV commentary, here and in America, on royal weddings, jubilees, and the King's Coronation, giving viewers an accurate insight into ceremonial life and history. Alastair - a direct descendant of the revered warrior king Robert the Bruce - is the current Governor of Edinburgh Castle, a …

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