This article's clickbaity headline does a disservice to an informative and interesting piece about how different generations and cultures interpret emojis differently, which can lead to unintended hostility.

Some folks use the crying emoji as tears of joy, others to express they're upset. Some people use the kissy face to express general affection, others platonic love, and still others romantic love.

https://www.fastcompany.com/90806826/this-is-what-gen-z-thinks-about-their-coworkers-emoji-use