"Coined: The Story of Cryptocurrency" was a documentary film project that aimed to explore the emergence and implications of cryptocurrencies, but did not meet its funding goal. via Kickstarter.

Research suggests emoji evoke similar neural responses to real faces and can enhance emotional expression in text-based conversations. via Mashable.

Brand New reviewed Purpose Agency's designs for the Cancer Research Institute, which included a new logo and identity. via Brand New

Maureen "Ma Dukes" Yancey has announced a new collection of her son J Dilla's unreleased music, titled "The King of Beats," which will feature 40 tracks across several formats.

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Major League Baseball umpires flock to Pastor Dean Esskew who leads Calling for Christ, a ministry providing spiritual guidance to help them navigate the demands of their profession. via ESPN The Magazine.

Skype's "Stay Together" campaign featuring the heartwarming story became a hit and Cannes Lions favorite. via Adweek.

This review explores the Jawbone UP24 wristband fitness tracker, evaluating its comfort, features, and data accessibility for tracking sleep and activity. via FlowingData.

Resource Interactive, an agency known for quickly adopting new tech, is learning to slow down as clients often prefer sticking to established platforms.

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Check out this street style photo gallery showcasing the fashion at day one of Pitti Uomo 86, an international menswear event in Florence, Italy. via Complex

Google tops LinkedIn's 2014 list of most desirable employers in North America, followed by other tech giants like Apple. via Mashable

Digiday outlines five emerging SEO trends in 2014, including mobile optimization, quality content creation, ethical link building, leveraging social media, and utilizing Google Plus features. via Digiday.