Prediction markets are coming to sports in a big way. Here’s what you need to know

Prediction markets are growing quickly in the United States. Here's what you need to know about them and how they affect the ...

AI learns to build simple equations for complex systems

A research team at Duke University has developed a new AI framework that can uncover simple, understandable rules that govern ...
Phys.org

Using AI to predict earthquakes: Machine learning detects subtle changes before lab-scale fault failures

Predicting earthquakes has long been an unattainable fantasy. Factors like odd animal behaviors that have historically been thought to forebode earthquakes are not supported by empirical evidence. As ...
The New York Times

The ‘Political Score’ You Might Not Even Know You Have

Meet Mark Grebner, the Michigan statistician who helped pioneer the science of predicting whether someone will vote Republican or Democratic. By Thomas Fuller Reporting from East Lansing, Mich.
NBC Connecticut

UConn researchers use AI in weather forecasting to predict power outages

A research collaboration between the University of Connecticut and Eversource aims to change the way utilities prepare for outages, using the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve weather ...
Frontiers

Predicting food prices in Kenya using machine learning: a hybrid model approach with XGBoost and gradient boosting

Introduction: Food price volatility continues to be a significant concern in Kenya's economic development, posing challenges to the country's economic stability. Methodology: This study examines the ...
The National Law Review

Clear Skies Ahead? Predicting the Use of the Floor Trader Exemption in Event Contract Markets to Avoid Swap Dealer Registration

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...
New Atlas

Your genes might predict if you'll get hooked on weed

It's estimated that nearly 30% of people who try cannabis will go on to develop a substance use disorder associated with it. Strong predictors include how often a person uses it, and whether they have ...
The Economist

People are using big data to try to predict Nobel laureates

IN YEARS GONE by, the wait for the announcement of winners of the Nobel prizes was a period of fun but largely uninformed speculation. The Nobel committees’ processes of choosing winners are so ...
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Solving a System of Linear Equations with a Matrix and Python

Physics and Python stuff. Most of the videos here are either adapted from class lectures or solving physics problems. I really like to use numerical calculations without all the fancy programming ...
Geeky Gadgets

Python in Excel : Easily Unlock Advanced Data Analytics

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with Excel formulas, wishing for a more powerful tool to handle your data? Or maybe you’ve heard the buzz about Python in Excel and wondered if it’s truly the ...