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David Byrne explores the idea of rebuilding a more secure internet in response to NSA surveillance and corporate data collection. via The Guardian

Fans recorded Interpol debuting new songs, including one called "Anywhere," at a recent show in England, and you can watch the performance now. via We All Want Someone To Shout For.

Sales & deals worth checking out from brands like Nike, J.Crew, and more. via Valet.

FoundersCard offers elite status and preferred pricing from various brands to its 30,000+ entrepreneur members. via Uncrate

Malcolm Gladwell's Sacred and Profane examines the FBI's negotiations with David Koresh and the Branch Davidians during the Waco siege. via Longform.

Upworthy, a viral content site, uses data-driven methods to spread content widely. via New York Magazine

A writer humorously recounts his struggle with a "swag slump," detailing exaggerated plans to regain his style credibility and confidence. via Complex.

xkcd comic #1346, titled "Career", humorously depicts a character describing their unrealistic dream job. via xkcd

A viral video recap highlights trending clips including a surprising Wheel of Fortune win and a spoof of Obama and Putin's phone chat. via Mashable

Advertisers are intrigued by anonymity-based social apps like Whisper and Secret for their potential to reach large audiences, despite concerns about negativity. via Digiday

This article lists 9 simple mobile apps designed to streamline various aspects of daily life, from meditation and time management to weather forecasts and bargain hunting. via Mashable.