Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a prominent thinker and author known for his work on risk, uncertainty, and decision-making. He gained widespread recognition for his books, particularly "The Black Swan," which emphasizes the impact of rare and unpredictable events that shape our world. Taleb argues that these events are often underestimated by traditional forecasting methods and underscores the importance of embracing uncertainty rather than trying to eliminate it. In addition to "The Black Swan," Taleb's...
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