2014

Nokia reportedly paid millions in ransom to blackmailers who obtained a key that could allow unauthorized Symbian apps. via The Verge

Facebook's Slingshot app requires users to send a photo or video back to the sender before they can view what was sent to them. The app is designed to be more like a feed than a messaging app.

The McIlhenny family's Tabasco brand has maintained market dominance for over 150 years by balancing tradition with innovation. via Mashable

Democrats have introduced a bill requiring the FCC to ban internet "fast lanes" and paid prioritization under new net neutrality rules.

via The Verge

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the company will open up its patents to competitors, leading to potential cooperation with BMW and Nissan on electric vehicle technology and standards. via Harvard Business Review (HBR).

TaskRabbit is moving from an auction-style system to an on-demand model, offering users a curated selection of taskers with set hourly rates. via The Verge.

OK Go's new music video for "The Writing's On the Wall," is a single-take wonder of optical illusions filmed in a warehouse.

via The Verge

YouTube plans to block videos from artists who don't sign up for its new paid streaming music service.

The Mozart Project is an immersive exploration of the composer's life and works. via kottke.org.

Corporate mergers and acquisitions are on the rise, reshaping the business landscape. via The source of this content is Harvard Business Review.

Greenpeace has shifted from government lobbying to successfully pressure major corporations to adopt more sustainable practices by targeting their consumer brands and leveraging social media. via Business Insider.

Ken Regan, a computer science professor and chess expert, develops statistical methods to detect cheating in chess by analyzing players' moves. via The United States Chess Federation