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Does Pokemon Go add new risks?

Does Pokemon Go add new risks? In real life? Or in virtual life? The new location-based augmented reality mobile game that is taking the world by surprise certainly seems to generate a lot of opinions. We have read and heard many people saying that Pokemon Go adds new risks, but is it really so? And what risks? As usual people are quick to jump the gun and immediately make blanket statements about risk associated concepts. So we have dissected the…

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Anthropocene ethical and geoethical issues

Engineering anthropogenic global change is loaded with implicit Anthropocene ethical and geoethical issues to an unprecedented level because of: demographic pressure and the raise of public opinion, thanks to the emergence of the blogosphere. Part of perceived complexity stems out of bad analytical habits Because of: non-linear dynamics and perceived or real complex feedbacks and apparent chaotic dynamics many claim our anthropocenic systems are difficult to forecast and non-intended and counter-intuitive system behavior is likely. In our experience, however, it…

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Anthropocene Geohazards Multi-dimensional Consequences Analysis

Anthropocene Geohazards Multi-dimensional Consequences Analysis are paramount for meaningful risk management models. In too many cases risk studies take into account losses in a limited way, either by ill-will or by misunderstanding of the real implications of an accident or event. Anthropocene Geohazards Multi-dimensional Consequences Analysis The need for a unified, emergency/accident scale is vital to facilitate clear communication and mutual understanding of the nature of the emergency, by the public, government agencies, and responding organizations. It has been stated…

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geohazards probabilities frequencies and insurance denial

Geohazards probabilities frequencies and insurance denial In the anthropocene insurers are facing “new” challenges when insuring against Geohazards. That is true especially for those caused by Human activity. Indeed geohazards probabilities, frequencies and insurance denial constitute a bundle. Insurers have realized that, because of the dynamic evolution, the usual actuarial point of view faces significant challenges and can be misleading. The indiscriminate use of Force Majeure and Insurance denial to protect themselves is actually detrimental to their business and their…

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