Luciana Stein analyses the impact of the web on Brazil’s emerging ‘Class C’, revealing why they’re now one of the most courted demographics in the market.

Are the young Brazilians taking part in social phenomenon rolezinhos just trouble-making delinquents? We sent digital anthropologist Luana Kaderabek to explore this new social class, and see what their experiences can tell us about modern Brazil.

Previously considered a digital blackspot, Brazil is rapidly gaining a reputation as South America's most social media-savvy country. Responding to the shift, telecoms company Claro is offering free access to Twitter.

When it comes to drinking, Brazilians thirst for quality as well as quantity. They’re consuming more alcoholic drinks than ever, and becoming more adventurous in their choices. As the industry continues to grow, what does the beer – and cachaça – taste like at the top?