E-commerce platform Taobao is a go-to for young Chinese shoppers. But following the release of the Chinese government’s five year plan to develop the ‘silver economy’, it’s modifying its approach to improve its accessibility and usability for the country’s growing elderly population.

In the US, the pandemic exacerbated social and political rifts – with polarized visions of the world becoming even more acute. With the aim of combating such divisions, The Human Library provides people with the chance to discuss contentious issues with others outside of their social network.

The pandemic shone a light on family units, accelerating conversations about alternative relationship structures and challenging existing norms. But in this climate of embracing the ‘non-nuclear’ family, what can brands and businesses do to support shifting ideals around togetherness?