Filter bubbles and ‘fake news’ have people concerned about the credibility of content shared on Facebook and Twitter; 13% of Britons say stories posted on these platforms are mostly unreliable. Canvas8 sat down with 20 people across the UK to get their views on social media as a news source.

In the battle against fake news, the publication itself gives good insight into a piece’s validity – but people are basing their trust on who links them to an article, rather than who wrote it. As trust in institutions falls, personal recommendations count for more than ever.

The global population is plagued with doubt, with governments and media worldwide less trusted than ever. As people turn to tech to fill the void left by the institutions that are no longer dependable, industry giants are looking for ways to keep power from being synonymous with corruption.

High-profile data leaks over recent years have seen internet users wise up to the dark side of connectivity. In Germany, where privacy is highly valued, email provider ProtonMail is easing fears through end-to-end encryption, ensuring that neither governments nor hackers can access inboxes.