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# Emoji-Decoding Challenges
GE is Launching #EmojiScience on Facebook Messenger

By Hayley McGlone | Published 2016-07-18 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emojiscience
References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/social-media/ge-facebook-messenger-bot/)

In honor of World Emoji Daym [GE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-for-this) is launching #EmojiScience to challenge players to decode science terms and phases expressed in emoji. The challenge takes place on [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emoji-bot) Messenger with the GE chatbot, named Dot the Bot after Thomas Edison's daughter.

To begin the challenge, players simply message "Hi Dot" to GE on Facebook Messenger and then the chatbot sends the first emoji code to be deciphered. Players can choose to answer, skip or ask for a hint. The #EmojiScience game contains 30 emoji codes and the score is based on correct answers, number of hints used and skips. 'Emoji Geniuses' will be eligible to win a summer emoji swag bag from GE. The emoji challenge is a creative way for GE to celebrate World Emoji Day and a great way to engage Millennials and [Gen Z](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortune-island) in brand awareness.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.3/10
- Popularity: 64% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Emoji-based Challenges:** Businesses can use emoji-based challenges on social media platforms to increase brand awareness and engage younger generations.
- **Chatbots:** Integrating chatbots in social media messaging apps can enhance user engagement and offer a seamless customer service experience.
- **Gamification:** Adding gaming elements to marketing strategies can enhance participation and create memorable experiences for customers.

### Where This Applies

- **Social Media:** Social media companies can develop new features and tools to facilitate emoji-based challenges and gaming experiences.
- **Marketing:** Marketing firms can leverage gamification techniques to improve customer engagement and create innovative campaigns that appeal to young generations.
- **Technology:** Tech companies can develop innovative chatbot solutions that provide a seamless customer service experience and integrate well with other digital platforms.

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