Matt Alldian

Fast Company's Design section explores where business and design intersect.

Highsnobiety features an article about Spanish artist Bad Gyal and her debut album, alongside various shopping links and recent news in fashion and culture. via Highsnobiety

A new study suggests that the billion-dollar brain training industry might be a sham, with previous research findings potentially explained by sampling bias and the placebo effect.

Marketers are experimenting with audio on Snapchat and Facebook videos even though most people watch those videos without sound. via Adweek

Ericsson's Networked Society City Index for 2016 ranked Stockholm as the top city, followed by London, Copenhagen, Singapore, and Paris.

A Cannes panel discussion criticizes mobile ads for poor execution and intrusive formats, urging improved creative work to combat ad blocker use. via Ad Age

WIRED's webpage about the inventors of the internet and their attempt to build a permanent web returned a 404 error. via WIRED

Fast Company's "Design" section explores the line between business and design, featuring articles on topics such as the redesign of Wichita schools.

While Fast Company's website currently displays a 404 error, you can still explore recent articles on topics ranging from Helene conspiracy theories to the resurgence of Clearly Canadian soda.

Nike and Jordan Brand's global advertising director believes people are becoming immune to advertising due to oversaturation and advocates for quality over quantity in ad creation. via Digiday.

Promising research in May 2016 included new treatments for glioblastoma and migraine, but also concerning studies about pregabalin and shift work. via Brain Blogger

Williams-Sonoma Taste's Lemon-Basil Pesto recipe offers a fresh twist on classic pesto by incorporating bright lemon flavor.