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# Mad Mobs To Be Quelled by Goo

By Jacqueline Biggs | Published 2006-06-21 | Unique
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-mobs-to-be-quelled-by-goo
References: [dsc.discovery](http://dsc.discovery.com/news/2006/06/19/goo_tec.html?category=technology&guid=20060619160030&clik=news_main)

With getup reminiscent of Ghostbusters, riotous crowds may soon be quelled by slime so slippery it's impossible to stay on your feet. Wearing Ghostbuster-like backpacks, peacekeepers will be able to shoot a combination of [non toxic materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrodew-slime) that [slime up mid air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-slime) and fire up to 25 feet. Given neither man nor vehicle will be able to gain traction â€“ could it actually do more damage than intended?

**Implications** - Peculiar gadgets and technological designers may appear to have a small target market, and yet they continue to be popular among consumers who are on a quest to have the most unusual products. Bizarre products like these Ghostbuster-like backpacks certainly do have a receptive audience and therefore should certainly not be discounted by businesses who are looking to innovate.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.7/10
- Popularity: 66% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Slippery Slime Technology:** The development of slippery slime technology presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in crowd control and safety measures.
- **Unconventional Gadgets:** The popularity of peculiar gadgets creates an opportunity for businesses to innovate and cater to consumers' desire for unique products.
- **Non-toxic Materials:** The utilization of non-toxic materials in crowd control techniques opens up possibilities for disruptive innovations that prioritize safety and environmental concerns.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Crowd Control:** The use of slime technology in crowd control can disrupt traditional methods and enhance safety measures in various settings.
- **Gadget Manufacturing:** The demand for unconventional gadgets creates opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing industry to develop innovative and distinctive products.
- **Safety and Security:** The development of non-toxic materials for crowd control purposes can disrupt the safety and security industry by offering safer alternatives to traditional methods.

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