Perhaps, in the technological age, this software taps into the cultural zeitgeist. With divorce, there are assets to split and this software helps with sorting through that entanglement:

“The computer program combines artificial intelligence, game theory and an electronic or human external mediator to help divorcing couples settle their disputes in a fair and rational manner — and hopefully with fewer gray hairs.

The new software is a fresh incarnation of a project going back to 2004, when Emilia Bellucci and John Zeleznikow from Victoria University in Australia developed “Family Winner” to help couples settle divorce disputes by focusing on compromise.”

link: Software seeks to settle divorce disputes

Apparently, lawyers have an interest in the development of this software. Now, if this software can limit the involvement of lawyers and decrease legal fees, it will enjoy immense popularity.

Catherine Forsythe

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