Bribery has long been a way of life for many Indian public services. Currently standing at 76th on the Transparency International Index, the world’s fastest growing economy has a long way to go. Can enlisting social media help the Indian police force clean up its act?

Almost a quarter of female student at US universities have experienced sexual assault. And while government initiatives have been introduced to make campuses safer, mobile app Companion appears to be having the biggest impact on freshers. How is tech being used to improve student safety?

A German train operator has announced it'll be rolling out women-only carriages. The press has linked the move to the recent sex attacks in Cologne, and while the company insists it's driven by general personal safety considerations, it's telling of how a crisis can work in a brand's favour.

Getting home at night as a woman can be a headache-inducing exercise in risk assessment. Public transport is gropey, ride-sharing can feel dicey, and proper taxis can empty your bank account. Can SafeHer’s promise a female-friendly alternative to Uber give women peace of mind?