Wayfarer couples Laplacian representations, intrinsic reward and options in a virtuous cycle

MarlosCMachado · x · 2026-10-05

Thread entry 2/9 explains the mechanism: Wayfarer learns an agent-centric Laplacian representation and uses it to define an intrinsic reward that shapes options; the options in turn shape the agent's experience, leading to updated representations and options in a virtuous cycle.

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