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Thanks to APIs, many programmers can create add-ons and extensions to existing software.

API Economies and the Modularization of Production

Thirty years ago, you had to buy entirely new software when your current program became obsolete. Today, you can download an extension, patch, or upgrade. Thanks to APIs, application programming interfaces, these "modular" additions to software can come from virtually anywhere....
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Understanding Hyperbolic Discounting and Spending Habits During the Holidays

Published on June 18, 2025

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Password Security Economics and Risk Aversion

Published on June 16, 2025

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Information Asymmetry and the Rise of Expat-Focused Real Estate Brokerages

Published on June 13, 2025

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Information Economics and Signaling: Why Referral Marketing Works in Markets with Imperfect Information

Published on June 05, 2025

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Economies of Scale and the Growth of Online K–12 Learning Platforms

Published on May 31, 2025

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Demand Uncertainty and the Value of Flexible Storage Capacity

Published on May 29, 2025

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Risk Management and the Economics of Dedicated Proxy Infrastructure

Published on May 25, 2025

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Labour Substitution and Productivity in AI Video Generation

Published on May 25, 2025

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Economies of Scale and Corporate Travel Procurement

Published on May 24, 2025

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How Purchasing Power Parity Explains the Boom in International Retirement Services

Published on May 15, 2025

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Although increasingly popular, AI still makes serious mistakes...which could cost companies big bucks in damages.

The Economics of AI Hallucinations and Error Costs

To save money on labor, many companies want to use AI to automate basic office functions, from customer service to research. However, AI is prone to making mistakes that are confidently presented as accurate facts. What are the economic implications of unchecked AI use by companies?...
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