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I research numeration systems. How exactly is my research used to “promote concentration of wealth and gain power”?


Didn’t the sugar industry spend decades funding research designed to push the blame for obesity onto fat and carbs instead of sugar? That is politics, and opposing it is ALSO politics.

The sad truth is you don’t get to choose what will be considered political and what won’t. Trying to be distanced from politics instead of engaged and aware just makes it easier for bad actors to manipulate you.


Do you research that for any big tech company? Are the system you research key to some AI development by Anthropic, OpenAI or similar? Etc. Also you are more of a scientist in this case so that applies to an extent. What we’re talking about here is people that would just want to discuss blockchain and bitcoin and request that those should stay apolitical


How do you pay for your food and home?


I’m still a student, so I’m partially supported by parents, but I get money for teaching.




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