Matt Alldian

The FBI raid on Silk Road 2.0 hasn't slowed down illegal online trade and may have made things worse, with new marketplaces selling weapons and stolen identities.

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FlowingData shares their picks for the best data visualization projects of 2014, including work from The Upshot, Mike Bostock, and more. via FlowingData.

Analysts are skeptical about Vessel's ability to compete with YouTube, despite offering creators a greater revenue share and subscribers early access. via Digiday.

This sponsored article explores how durable goods brands keep consumers engaged between purchases, with strategies like creative display advertising and content marketing. via Digiday.

This product review uses satire to comment on aspects of white privilege. via The source of this content is McSweeney's Internet Tendency.

This article lists 10 recipes that use leftover ham bone. via The Kitchn.

A confusing video about 2014 provides a unique look at how the year was experienced by those with Alzheimer's disease.

Rachael Jacobs shares a personal experience on public transit that sparked the #illridewithyou hashtag. via Quartz

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Leo Babauta reflects on his successes and failures over the past year, including completing his Zen Habits book and improving his Sea Change program. via Zen Habits