Founded by a Bay Area native of Japanese and Korean descent, record label 88rising blends East Asian culture into the US music scene. It’s appealing to young and diverse audiences through the power of social media, turning overseas personalities into mainstream pop cultural icons.

From crossover kings Luis Fonsi and J Balvin to bilingual stars Camila Cabello and Cardi B, Latin music is experiencing a global boom. But with Hispanic Gen Yers still a relatively untapped market, how can the music industry and brands harmonise with these digital-savvy listeners?

The #KuToo movement is drawing global attention to the inequalities Japanese women face in the workplace. Most companies in the country still have strict dress codes, but women are pushing hard to change this, firstly by ditching demands that they wear high heels.

Boomplay is the music streaming platform of choice for the youngest and fastest-growing continent. Its prioritisation of African artists and leveraging of content producers has allowed it to surpass the likes of Spotify to the top spot, providing a template for local brands taking on global players.