Half a million visitors will descend on Rio for the 2016 Olympics. But while Brazilians are a sociable bunch, only 5% of the population speaks English. In a bid to minimise language barriers, Google has launched the Eu Falo Tradutor scheme to help locals make the most of Google Translate.

Smartphones have transformed the gaming world, making it accessible to all ages and demographics. Yet beyond the low price point compared to dedicated consoles, why do people invest so much time in mobile titles? Canvas8 spoke with 20 Britons to discover why they’re catching Pokémon and flinging Angry Birds.

In a row of makeshift shops in Mexico City, three generations of cooks whip up delicacies to tempt passers by. For now, your craving for Mexican street food will only be satisfied if you have some pesos handy. Can a new mobile payments initiative help small Mexican businesses to thrive?

The traditional buying model relied on three steps: experience a need, shop to satisfy that need, then use the product. But with 45% of shopping journeys now using mobile to discover or buy, purchasing has been integrated into people’s daily routines. How can brands adapt to this new retail reality?