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New testing methods are needed for sports concussions, as current tools inadequately assess brain health and recovery. via Brain Blogger.

Fast Company has curated a list of the 25 best free Android apps.

Brands going fully in-house with programmatic advertising is complex and hasn't taken off as some predicted, with agencies still playing a crucial role in providing resources and expertise. via Digiday.

Augmented reality company Blippar has raised $54 million to transition from branded AR experiences to a real-time search engine for real-world objects. Users will be able to scan items to learn about pricing and availability. via @TechCrunch

Apple cleverly adjusted the spacing of the word "click" in their slogan to prevent it from resembling an inappropriate word. via TechCrunch

This xkcd comic uses humor to satirize astronomy commentary. via xkcd.com

Facebook is planning to launch ads on Messenger, despite pushback from users. via Econsultancy

Social alarm app Wakie has pivoted to a service that lets users call strangers to discuss any topic. via TechCrunch

Preorders for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge are now live, but only the 32GB version is available in the US. via Ars Technica

Google's new AI called PlaNet can pinpoint the location of photos with superhuman accuracy. via MIT Technology Review.

Facebook is planning to introduce ads to Messenger, but will need to carefully consider user experience to avoid spam. via The source of this content is Econsultancy.