Some new research shows that intuitive 'fairness' is related to power dynamics.

2025-08-18 · Bits and Bobs 8/18/25

Some new research shows that intuitive 'fairness' is related to power dynamics.
- It's calibrated to what the powerful entity in a system 'can get away with,'
- It's not free floating, it's contextual.

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