what is predicto?
Predicto.net is theoretically able to predict or forecast a future event based on a consensual view of the future, by allowing people to vote on user generated predictions.
latest predictions
They just seem to be very image concious and this is a way for them to stick the finger at the UN. Especially since sanctions are now being imposed on them.
Assuming a 12% growth year on year. Interestingly there are other studies indicating a growth to 1 trillion dollars by 2012.
I don't mind a slim and fit person but some of the models are verging on anorexic which doesn't endear anyone to the clothes.
I doubt that a little bit of lying will seriously discredit any politician as long as the national interests weren't seriously damaged these guys will stay in for a while yet.
They risk getting left behind by the rest of the development community. Besides they make all their money on products which are developed by these tools and not the tools themselves.
Only if you believe the hype...