crowdsourcing News

Hurricane Rainwater Samples Map Sandy’s Evolution

A unique method to collect rain water samples during Hurricane Sandy has revealed the storm’s chemical “signature” with a new level of detail. The technique may also lead to weather model advances that will ultimately improve storm prediction, say researchers …

Allstate Announces Crowdsourcing Effort to Test Usage-Based Insurance Product

Allstate’s usage-based insurance product, Drive Wise, will be put to the test by interested employees and Allstate agency owners. The crowdsourcing technique will put the device in the hands of employees and agency owners around the country to identify opportunities …