The digital era has made keeping tabs on children’s behavior more difficult for parents, who often fret about the various dangers of constant connectedness – from smartphone addiction to age-inappropriate content to the threat of cyberbullying. So, how can tech be made more kid-friendly?

Mayfield Robotics’ Kuri is a friendly robot that can patrol one’s abode, play music, and capture priceless moments without taking families out of them. But can this adorable automaton win over the hearts of a population that is still apprehensive about the idea of smart machines in their homes?

The gig economy has enabled people to get almost everything they could want on-demand, but for those who are less tech-savvy, analog methods of service still prevail. Papa connects students with seniors, who can do everything from taking on odd-jobs to providing much-needed companionship.

Instagram has long been the domain of the young and glamorous, but a small group of older women is stepping up to claim a slice of the pie. These Boomers are using social media to subvert social norms around ageing, remaining as outspoken in later life as they were in their youth.

In the wake of high-profile data breaches and leaks, concern about our data is at an all-time high. digi.me is a company that wants to centralise user data to their device, with explicit permissions being accepted or rejected for any service that asks to gain access to it.

The GDPR rollout and Cambridge Analytica scandal have raised the public’s awareness of how their online data is used, abused, and profited from by brands. To help web users regain a sense of control over their personal info, Mozilla is helping them avoid trackers by default through Firefox.

The meteoric rise in digital media and handheld technology has prompted how artists explore and use technology as a new medium to create engaging digital works of art. Using everything from AR and VR to GIFs, holograms and AI to algorithms and code, artists are expanding what consumers consider ‘art’ to be.

Companies may strive to be at the forefront of office space innovation by introducing ping-pong tables or nap pods, but employees appreciate something a lot more functional. How can AI, VR, and wearables be harnessed in the service of a happier, more productive workforce?