British literature is undergoing a renaissance, as the canon begins to include and champion a diverse range of writers. With modern readers – young ones, in particular – wanting improved representation in mass media, the publishing landscape is reshaping to prioritise nuanced narratives and a multiplicity of voices.

As the first Hollywood movie to feature an all-Asian cast in 25 years – and the most successful rom-com in nearly a decade – Crazy Rich Asians has been heralded as a potential game-changer for the industry. How is a film about one-percenters in Singapore promoting more diverse pop culture?

‘Diversity’ may be a buzzword among brands, but a survey has found that Gen Yers don’t think it’s inclusive enough. As people expect brands to understand the nuances in cultural conversations, pushing 'diversity' purely for the sake of winning over young people risks pushing them away.

As AI works its way into more parts of everyday life, the biases they exhibit are coming under closer scrutiny. Canvas8 spoke to Robert Elliott Smith, an AI expert and senior research fellow at UCL, to find out how developing diverse artificial intelligence can help businesses and society alike.