Wearables perform various different functions, all embedded into everyday products like watches and shoes. So, should they be positioned as tech or jewellery in-store? Marketing professors Michael Solomon, Marzena Nieroda and Mona Mrad spoke to salespeople at major UK retailers to find out.

Weighed down by your wallet? Purse cluttered up with cards? Then perhaps Kerv is the wearable you’ve been waiting for. This smart ring enables people to make payments without a counterpart device, while also functioning as an Oyster card and a repository for emergency and medical info.

We’re now constantly connected – the average person checks their phone 150 times a day – but it’s an unwanted burden for many. Canvas8 spoke with cyborg anthropologist Amber Case, author of Calm Technology, to understand the importance of designing tech that respects people’s limited attention.

From emoji passwords to selfie verifications, the way we make transactions is evolving. Now, MasterCard has created the first payment card that sports a biometric fingerprint scanner, removing the need to enter a PIN. It's not just more convenient, it's also more secure than contactless.