Algorithmic trading programs, or "algos, " automatically buy and sell a wide variety of assets based on mathematical models.

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The statisticians and analysts who build mathematical models based on multiple polls and other data absolutely nailed this election.

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Extra dimensions are of interest because string theory, a class of mathematical models based on quantum theory that seeks to describe reality in the most fundamental way, requires that there be at least six of them, maybe more.

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In this case, technology needs to be partnered with sophisticated behavioral targeting through mathematical models that enable you to predict the most compelling content and offers based on known insights and data points about each visitor.

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