About

Maximilian is studying the governance of emerging technologies. Prior to studying at the OII, he was a Senior Advisor at the Behavioural Insights Team where he used behavioural economics to design and evaluate prosocial initiatives, including piloting deliberative assemblies on generative AI in partnership with Meta. He holds a BA in Economics from Willamette University.

Research Interests

The governance of emerging technologies, deliberative assemblies, generative AI, behavioural science, attention economics, libertarian paternalism, dark patterns and online scams, misinformation, and consumer protection.

Positions at the OII

• MSc Student, September 2023 -