Wednesday assorted links by Tyler Cowen March 11, 2026 at 11:41 am 1. Spinoza does not like going to the groomer at any price (NYT). He is a wise dog. 2. JFV on MacroMusings. 3. One of the real AI dangers. 4. Using LLMs to identify fiscal shocks. 5. Social media restrictions are indeed leading to further surveillance and taking away internet anonymity.
This post exemplifies the curated link format common in aggregator-style commentary, where brevity and selection shape the narrative. The strongest version of this narrative is that it offers a snapshot of diverse, thought-provoking topics—from AI risks to digital privacy—without overt bias. The inclusion of a lighthearted anecdote (Spinoza the dog) alongside weightier subjects (AI dangers, surveillance) creates a tonal contrast that may engage readers while subtly framing AI and privacy as pres...