2017

Tyler Cowen provides a list of his favorite non-fiction books that he read in 2017, covering topics such as history, economics, and politics. via Marginal REVOLUTION

Barry Ritholtz of Ritholtz Wealth Management compares different markets in a blog post, including Bitcoin, dotcoms, gold, and houses. via The Big Picture

Discover your next great read from a curated collection of "best books of 2017" lists, featuring recommendations from The New York Times, Amazon, Bill Gates, and more. via kottke.org

TrueBit, a protocol designed to increase Ethereum's computational abilities, is receiving an upgrade to simplify its system and potentially allow for more complex computations. via CoinDesk

Fast Company provides tips on writing emails that elicit responses from recipients. via fastcompany.com

Well Spent's gift guide features a variety of products and brands under $50, with links to even more gift ideas from previous years.

Customer lifetime value is the key to measuring the effectiveness of brand advocacy, according to this Adweek article. via Adweek

Salesforce research reveals that three common marketing mistakes include underutilizing video outreach. via Social Pro Daily

Pasta Flyer, a new Greenwich Village restaurant from Del Posto’s Mark Ladner, aims to revolutionize fast-casual dining with $7 bowls of pasta recipes prepared in under three minutes.

via Bon Appétit

Spotify is launching a global marketing campaign with humorous New Year's resolutions based on user data. via The Drum

Barry Ritholtz shares his midweek morning reads, linking to articles covering guerilla tactics against RenTech and comparing tulip bulbs to Bitcoin. via The Big Picture

Graphic design trends for 2024 are predicted to include 3D elements, AI-generated art, inclusive visuals, and a retro revival. via JUST Creative