on the blockchain
100 cryptocurrencies described in four words or less.
Exactly what it sounds like. This is both fun and useful. | learn more
tech, startups, internet
First Search is a portal to great advice in tech.
Released by the excellent content team at First Round Capital, this new portal attempts to cut through the crap on startup advice and offers a curated selection of tactical advice. | learn more
tech, startups, internet
The case for repealing net neutrality rulings.
Last week I raised the issue and shared Ajit Pai’s perspective. Here, Ben Thompson of Stratechery weighs in. He’s pro-neutrality, and also against Title II classification of ISPs. His reasoning makes a lot of sense. What do you think? | learn more
tech, startups, internet
What makes a truly great product?
LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner shares his thoughts on what characteristics make products great. If your business revolves around products (physical or digital), this is worth reading. | learn more
oh, chicago
Chicago bakery loses 800 workers in immigration raid.
They use a staffing agency to fill roles, and don’t verify the immigration status of their workers. The firm has been owned by a Swiss company since 2014. | learn more
oh, chicago
Another internet retailer sets up shop on Armitage.
“Online furnishings retailer Serena & Lily has leased on Armitage Avenue, which is Chicago’s go-to spot for retailers moving from cyberspace to retail space.” Yet again, I love this! The article explains some of the (maybe obvious) motivations for concentrating […]
fun facts
A backstory for the ‘Distracted Boyfriend’ stock image.
You know the stock image of the boyfriend checking out another girl? That same couple is in a whole bunch of stock photos. A funny guy on twitter weaved them into a story. | learn more
book recommendations
Artemis
Andy Weir, author of The Martian, wrote another book set in space (or more accurately, the moon). It’s not as great as the Martian, but still a neat story with a bunch of science woven in. (View on Amazon)
better doing
How to remember what you read.
“The benefits of reading are negated if you don’t remember what you read. This article discusses a tested system to increase retention.” | learn more