Ben Goldhaber

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Ben Goldhaber curates quality internet content and provides insightful commentary; he is also a legal counsel.

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Legal Counsel AI Researcher

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Internet curation Good links Good takes

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2026-02-24 • philosophy ethics simulation morality ai

The post examines the complexities of AI morality and the philosophical implications of existence in a possibly simulated reality, questioning the alignment of superhuman intelligence with human values.

2025-12-20 • collective action epistemology knowledge transfer information technology ai

A vision for a comprehensive epistemic stack is proposed to enhance collective reasoning and improve knowledge sharing through AI and better infrastructure.

2026-01-23 • ethics moral governance business practices trusts

The dialogue examines corporate trust, ethics, and the evolving nature of corporate values in the context of AI integration and governance.

2025-11-19 • decision making paranoia conflict theory insanity defense ooda loop

Oliver Habryka's guide discusses the role of paranoia in decision-making, particularly in adversarial environments. He introduces the OODA Loop concept from John Boyd, emphasizing that unpredictability can hinder opponents' abilit...

2025-11-27 • history colonialism and neocolonialism thanksgiving recipes pilgrim wampanoag

The post discusses the complex interactions between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe upon the Pilgrims' arrival in Plymouth in 1620. It highlights the desperate conditions faced by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag's own recent d...

2025-11-23 • politics book reviews project management california high-speed rail megaprojects

The blog post reviews 'How Big Things Get Done' by Bent Flyvbjerg, focusing on the challenges and failures of megaprojects, particularly the California High Speed Rail system. The author expresses disappointment with the book's la...

2025-11-26 • decision making organizational psychology daniel kahneman type 1 and type 2 thinking

The post explores the application of Daniel Kahneman's concepts of Type 1 and Type 2 thinking to organizational psychology. It explains how organizations, like individuals, operate using fast, instinctive processes (Type 1) for ro...

2025-11-25 • space technology ai technologies executive order genesis mission federal data

The Trump Administration has announced an executive order titled 'Launching the Genesis Mission', aimed at accelerating scientific innovation through federal AI initiatives. The order establishes a national data platform and agent...

2026-02-08 • security cryptography biometrics software engineering ai

The post highlights the necessity of human verification in AI-generated documents, proposing a biometric signature workflow for authenticity and security.

2026-01-13 • software development internet studies cultural criticism prank ai

Riley Walz's viral internet pranks showcase the intersection of humor and technology, while the post explores broader themes of AI's role in society and cultural critiques.

2025-12-05 • productivity technology ethics claude ai ai

The post discusses the release of Claude Opus 4.5, highlighting its coding capabilities and user-friendly interaction. It mentions productivity gains reported by Anthropic and contrasts Claude's development with that of larger com...

2025-11-29 • healthcare vaccination immunology common cold rhinovirus

The author reflects on their personal struggle with illness, particularly the common cold, which is caused by various viruses, primarily rhinoviruses. They discuss the potential for developing a multi-valent vaccine to combat the ...

2025-11-27 • productivity deep work cal newport ai

The post discusses Cal Newport's concept of 'deep work' and contrasts it with the emerging trend of 'hyperproductivity' driven by AI agents. Newport argues that deep work, characterized by distraction-free concentration, is becomi...

2025-11-22 • ethics model performance and optimization grok detection multiplicity

The blog post discusses the recent performance of Grok, an AI model that claims to be truth-seeking but has produced questionable answers, particularly regarding the ranking of influential figures. The author critiques Grok's lack...

2025-11-30 • writing reflection creativity deep work

The author reflects on their experience of engaging in 'deep work' for an extended period, highlighting the challenges of distraction and the importance of focused writing. They discuss the value of writing as a means to explore i...

2026-01-01 • reflection new year's celebration cultural traditions gratitude scapegoat festival

The author shares a personal tradition of burning regrets in a piñata, but this year, gratitude for positive experiences takes precedence over regret.

2025-11-18 • commentary war youth iraq op-ed

The author reflects on their sixth-grade op-ed advocating for the invasion of Iraq, analyzing their arguments and the discourse surrounding war. They discuss the fear and hatred of war, the justification for declaring war against ...

2026-02-15 • health aesthetics cultural criticism looksmax ai

Looksmaxxing represents a community's extreme pursuit of physical aesthetics, critiquing mainstream interpretations while exploring deeper societal and technological implications.

2025-12-29 • goal setting time management financial and life goals self improvement

Working backwards from long-term goals helps clarify timelines and commitments, despite the anxiety it may induce about potential failures and trade-offs.

2025-12-15 • health performance plastic surgery drug use product enhancement

The post explores the mainstream use of cosmetic and performance-enhancing drugs in the U.S., suggesting nearly one in four adults engages in biological enhancement despite limited cultural acknowledgment.

2025-11-29 • learning language learning skill development deliberate practice self improvement

The post discusses the concept of explosive skill acquisition, arguing that intensive, focused practice over a short period is more effective than spreading efforts over a longer time. The author uses language learning as a primar...

2025-11-23 • growth mindset sports self confidence psychology self improvement

The blog post discusses various topics, including a micro-fiction vignette on generational wealth, the use of Chinese peptides as substitutes for GLP-1 agonists, and insights from the book 'How Champions Think' by Bob Rotella. It ...

2025-11-20 • peptides glp-1 weight management surveys research chemicals

The post discusses the rising popularity of GLP-1 agonists, particularly for weight loss, with a notable increase in usage among Americans. It highlights the legal and grey market sources of these medications, emphasizing the prev...

2025-11-21 • fiction commentary corporate greed wealth inequality desperation

In a world where a prophetic dream foretells a tidal wave of wealth, Silas and Beatrice navigate their desperate quest for financial security. As they approach a temple for a weighing ceremony, they witness a dramatic turn of even...