Matt Alldian

Digiday reported that Instagram was testing new ad formats in 2015 to drive in-app sales, but the company denied these tests. via Digiday.

Unilever's Babs Rangaiah sees a crisis in advertising with challenges from DVRs to ad blockers, but believes it could force better digital ads. via Digiday

Branded emojis and their place in the future of retail is discussed by PSFK, a resource for marketers and businesses. via PSFK.

This recipe from @munchies will help you make spicy roasted prawns.

Santigold announces her first album since 2012, *99¢*, due out February 26th, and drops the first single.

via Consequence

People who live alone tend to have less healthy diets, according to a recent survey of studies.

The human hippocampus can generate new neurons daily, and lifestyle choices like exercise and diet can impact its growth. via SharpBrains

This refresher provides information on regression analysis and how to understand the statistical technique. via The source of this content is Harvard Business Review.

OfferUp, a mobile-first local marketplace, has raised significant funding to challenge Craigslist with a streamlined user experience, emphasizing safety and ease of use. via The New York Times

Marketers can learn how to use interest data to improve their strategies. via MarketingProfs.

Amazon opened its first physical bookstore in Seattle, taking over the space previously occupied by a Barnes & Noble that closed in 2011.

PSFK.com is a resource featuring case studies and trend analysis for marketers, innovators, and retailers. via PSFK