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Political campaigns are using neuroscience to understand voters' feelings, analyzing brain activity and facial expressions to reveal hidden sentiments. via MIT Technology Review

Chinese police are using phone scanners to collect personal data from smartphones, raising privacy concerns. via Reuters

Cool Tools shares a list of recommended tools and resources including AirHelp for flight delay compensation, the iNaturalist app for nature identification, and a no-kill rodent trap. via Cool Tools.

Valet Magazine recommends taking a wallet backup by photographing the contents of your wallet to make replacing essential items easier if it's lost or stolen. via Valet

Online mattress company Casper plans to open 200 physical stores, a surprising move for a brand known for its direct-to-consumer approach. via The source of this content is Fast Company.

This guide explores various types and examples of internet marketing, as well as strategies to attract customers and cultivate loyalty. via HubSpot

Google is launching a Digital Wellbeing kit to address phone overuse by tracking metrics like phone unlocks and time spent on apps. via Fast Company

This Adweek article details how Apple went from selling products at Sears to creating its own retail spaces. via @Adweek

Epic Games is releasing the Android version of Fortnite exclusively on fortnite.com instead of the Google Play store, requiring users to allow app installation from "Unknown Sources."

Social Buzz Award judges weigh in on the future of social media, highlighting platforms like Twitch, Pinterest, Instagram, and the rising use of chatbots and video.

via The Drum

Mitch Joel interviews Marty Neumeier to discuss his thoughts on agile strategy for branding and his latest book, "Scramble." Neumeier draws upon his experience working with brands like Apple, Google, and Adobe.

via The source of this content is Six Pixels of Separation

The Harmon Brothers, known for viral marketing campaigns like the Squatty Potty unicorn, launched an online program to teach how to create effective ads. via Adweek.