In the wake of the steepest drop in trust in recent history, established business, media, and government institutions are being eyed with suspicion. Canvas8 spoke with Rachel Botsman, author ofWho Can You Trust?, to understand who holds sway in the midst of a global trust implosion.

Almost 40% of Britons buy the wrong size Christmas tree every year, not to mention clothes, shoes and furniture. The IKEA Place AR app allows people to place furniture into their homes at the touch of a button. But can AR offer a practical solution to the risky business of furniture shopping?

The Daily Mailis the UK's most read newspaper, bringing its headlines to more Brits than any other national publication – and it now wants to sell to them too. Publishers are increasingly combining both editorial and e-commerce to try and combat falling revenues.

With the UK’s furniture industry heavily fragmented, online retailer Loaf is looking to take a larger slice of the market by opening its first physical store – The Loaf Shack. The outlet aims to make buying furniture relaxing and hassle-free, but can it replicate the simplicity of shopping online?