Published May 29, 2023
The Strange Factors That Influence What You Buy & The Fascinating Story of Data
Dive into the psychology of consumer behavior with Richard Shotton, uncovering biases like the halo effect and framing that impact what we buy, alongside Chris Wiggins' exploration of the biases in data and algorithms, highlighting their profound influence and the importance of transparency and scrutiny.

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