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How Science is Taking the Luck out of Gambling

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating intersection of science and gambling in this 58-minute lecture from The Royal Institution. Trace the scientific origins of the world's best gambling strategies, from statistical sports forecasting to AI-powered poker players. Delve into the long and intertwined history of betting and science, discovering how gambling has influenced the development of probability, game theory, chaos theory, and artificial intelligence. Learn how mathematics, psychology, economics, and physics have all played crucial roles in shaping modern gambling strategies. Gain insights from Adam Kucharski, a lecturer at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, as he shares his expertise on this intriguing topic.

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How Science is Taking the Luck out of Gambling - with Adam Kucharski


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The Royal Institution

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