Whether they’re competing at the Olympics or asserting the case for modesty in Playboy, a growing collective of Muslim fashionistas, feminists, eco-warriors and sisters in sport are challenging old rules. In the first of a two-part report, we examine how influencers are changing the face of Islam.

For Muslims, Eid al-Adha – the 'Sacrifice Feast' – is one of the most important religious celebrations. But buying the required sacrificial animal can be a stressful undertaking. Al-Mawashi is an app that lets smartphone-toting, convenience-seeking Muslims order their livestock to their doorstep.

As interest in cryptocurrencies continues to grow, some cafés in India are offering crypto vouchers to customers along with their cup of coffee. But experts worry that the average person is still unaware of the risks that accompany Bitcoin investment, and they're getting caught up in the hype.

For many major banks, cryptocurrencies used to represent a financial experiment in its infancy. Now, they've become too lucrative to ignore. With trust in traditional institutions low, some banks are hoping that digital innovations will rebuild confidence and increase efficiency.