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Consumer experiences with devices like Amazon Alexa and Google Home are largely positive, with users reporting frequent use and high satisfaction. via VentureBeat

The Chicago Board Options Exchange's introduction of Bitcoin futures has sparked debate about its potential impact on Bitcoin's price and mainstream adoption.

Valet Magazine presents a gift guide featuring ideas all under $20, including suggestions like a car vacuum, hand cream trio, and a book. via Valet.

A former Facebook VP is criticizing social media for its negative impacts on society, including the spread of misinformation. via The Verge

This article from Adweek argues that AI-powered bots are changing marketing by creating more conversational experiences.

Andrew Rea, creator of "Binging with Babish," discusses the show's creation process and how he manages to create content while working a full-time job. via The source of this content is The Special Sauce Podcast.

Valet Magazine challenges you to spend less time with screens this winter and more time on a new hobby.

via Valet.

Jacey Duprie of Damsel in Dior announces her 12 Days of Damsel giveaway series with a full list of giveaways and rules on her blog.

via Damsel in Dior.

Netflix released a teaser trailer for season 2 of Marvel's Jessica Jones, which will premiere on March 8, 2018.

via Mashable.

The first audience to see Star Wars: The Last Jedi was stunned by the movie.

A new trailer for Steven Spielberg's Ready Player One, based on the book by Ernie Cline, shows off the movie's plot of a massive Easter egg hunt in a virtual reality world.

via The Verge

This 2017 gift guide suggests gift ideas for a variety of interests, as well as highlighting a few non-profits. via Adventures in Cooking.