O.R. and Analytics in the News

PSDcast – Can the AI Pandora be put Back in its Box?

PSDcast – Can the AI Pandora be put Back in its Box?

Power Systems Design, December 3, 2024

­When and where do we sound the privacy alarm with AI? Where do we draw the line? Is it even possible to stop what’s already in motion or do we just have to manage the consequences? And on the line to discuss these issues is Temple professor Subodha Kumar. Subodha is the Founding Director of the Center for Business Analytics and Disruptive Technologies at Temple University’s Fox School of Business.

Commentary: What can FAA, TSA do to handle spikes in flyers?

Commentary: What can FAA, TSA do to handle spikes in flyers?

Orlando Sentinel, July 19, 2024

With the arrival of the summer travel season, airports and airlines are experiencing unprecedented passenger volumes, which means that most flights are filled or near capacity. This trend of higher passenger volume will not abate anytime soon.

Whose Tariffs Are Worse For The American Consumer?

Whose Tariffs Are Worse For The American Consumer?

CNBC, July 2, 2024

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump share common ground on tariff policy. While some policymakers argue that tariffs can be a tool to protect and help grow domestic industries and ensure national security, tariffs may also result in unintended economic consequences that cost U.S. consumers billions. Trump's trade war tariffs generated about $233 billion in duties collected by U.S. Customs through March 2024, according to an analysis from the Tax Foundation. Watch the video above to find out which candidate's tariffs will be more expensive for the American consumer.

Why The Biden-Trump Debate Could Takeover Social Media

Why The Biden-Trump Debate Could Takeover Social Media

Forbes, June 27, 2024

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off on Thursday night in a 90-minute debate—but regardless of what either man says on stage, it won't likely change the opinion of many of their supporters and detractors on social media.

The 700 Club - June 26, 2024

The 700 Club - June 26, 2024

CBN, June 26, 2024

Journey inside the stories and real-life adventures of New York Times best-selling author Mitch Albom. Plus, she’s been called the fastest woman in the world. Two-time Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin on today’s 700 Club.

Sheldon H. Jacobson: Should skiplagging to get a cheaper flight be banned?

Sheldon H. Jacobson: Should skiplagging to get a cheaper flight be banned?

Chicago Tribune, June 21, 2024

Airlines use a complex system to price their tickets. This complexity means that it is highly likely that the prices paid for most tickets on any given flight are different. Such price differences are a consequence of the hub-and-spoke system used by legacy airlines such as Delta, United and American and dynamic pricing models that squeeze every last dollar out of every seat to make it more likely for airlines to stay profitable.

Fast food chains launch ‘value menu’ war after cost complaints. Will it last?

Fast food chains launch ‘value menu’ war after cost complaints. Will it last?

Los Angeles Times, June 17, 2024

Millions of American families are hitting the road to start summer vacation, and ordering food on the run tends to be par for the course. It couldn’t come at a better time. Fast food joints are in the midst of a budget-meal war, offering promotions to lure customers back to their restaurants despite inflation woes and a minimum-wage increase in California and other states.