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Tyler Cowen shares a collection of assorted links, including articles on Google's conversation design secrets and the falling rate of return for the Yakuza.

Bill Gates has released his summer 2017 book recommendations, including "The Heart" by Maylis de Kerangal and "A Full Life" by Jimmy Carter.

Brands are cutting out agencies and going directly to influencers for creative work, according to top stories from Digiday.

Bitcoin is nearing record highs in 2017, but its volatility is causing many to wonder if it will crash again. via WIRED

Minutiae is an app designed to capture unfiltered daily life by prompting users to take a photo of their day-to-day activities. The creators believe this will result in a more authentic representation of daily life than what's seen on curated social media platforms. via WIRED

Drinkhacker.com reviews The Spice Lab Special Touch Premium Mixology Case, a $200 kit of garnishes and tools designed to elevate cocktails.

via @Drinkhacker