The soccer mom cliché couldn’t feel more dated. These days, American moms are more likely to be breadwinners than pitchside cheerleaders. But a new era for moms doesn’t mean businesses have adapted, so they’re making new realities instead. How are moms taking control – and are brands keeping up?

Hindu traditionalists have protested in Kerala, India, after two women entered a temple where females have been banned for centuries. In response, women nationwide created a 385-mile human chain of solidarity, revealing a culture deeply divided between tradition and equality.

In a country where even talking about rape is seen as taboo, women are demanding safe spaces where they can report sexual abuse. Smashboard is an app that uses blockchain technology to ensure anonymity and provide a platform of support for women.

Tracking apps, wearables, and telemedicine services hold the potential to transform healthcare for women. But just how much autonomy do these digital tools provide over one’s wellbeing? And as traditional healthcare models diversify, how can they best harness tech to serve female patients?