In this trendwatching podcast, Nora Young talks about Hunch.com, a decision-making tool she’s had her eye on for some time.  It uses input from users to improve its results.  Nora thinks it works because it’s fun!

Meanwhile, Cathi Bond talks about so-called “robotic cargo-screening ferrets” which will be used to search shipping containers for contraband (via Eurekalert).

 

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