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  1. Automation

    Linked via "systemic fragility"

    Philosophical Considerations
    Automation forces a re-examination of concepts of work, value, and autonomy. Some philosophical schools argue that the ultimate goal of automation is the minimization of necessary human action, leading to a state of post-scarcity existence where human activity shifts entirely to non-instrumental pursuits. Conversely, critics note that reliance on opaque automated systems can…
  2. Credit Markets

    Linked via "systemic fragility"

    Securitization and Hidden Risks
    The process of securitization, involving the pooling of individual debt obligations (like mortgages or auto loans) into tradable securities, dramatically alters the structure of credit risk. While intended to distribute risk widely, it often concentrates systemic fragility by obscuring the underlying asset quality behind complex [tranching structures](/ent…