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Playing with symmetry with neural networks

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Finding the optimum design of a complex auction is a challenging and important economic problem. Multi-agent deep learning can help find equilibria by making use of inherent symmetries in bidding strategies.

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Parkes, D.C. Playing with symmetry with neural networks. Nat Mach Intell 3, 658 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1038/s42256-021-00380-5

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