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Pernod Ricard is using QR-coded bottles and a chatbot to offer experiences in bars and clubs. via Digiday

Brad Bennett rounds up his menswear sale picks for the week of June 23, 2017, featuring brands like Armor-Lux and Save Khaki. via The source of this content is Well Spent.

Diageo and Dentsu Aegis are testing voice activation technology that will allow bar patrons to order drinks using voice commands. via The Drum

The Drum's Beyond the Brief series features BBDO copywriter Christopher Vega and his commitment to increasing diversity in advertising. via The Drum.

A server misconfiguration exposed personal data of nearly 200 million US voters, highlighting the risks associated with publicly accessible servers. via WIRED.

Consulting firms are making their presence known at Cannes Lions, vying for marketing spend and showcasing creative chops alongside agencies. via Digiday

Six tips are offered for starting and completing side projects, including advice on choosing the right project and balancing it with your day job. via HubSpot Blog.

Chef and blogger Anthony Warner challenges popular food fads and myths in his debunking blog and upcoming book, *The Angry Chef: Bad Science and the Truth About Healthy Eating*. via The Guardian

This 2017 article from *Texas Monthly* profiles Whole Foods co-founder John Mackey during a turbulent time for the company.

Seven technical skills all growth hackers should learn are laid out in this article, including tips and resources for learning each skill and a related challenge project.

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ReadWrite explores the potential implications of Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods on the future of smart refrigerators.