The Brazilian eyewear market is dominated by imported brands that are synonymous with high quality and status. Yet Livo, a native eyewear company, is experiencing year-on-year growth. So what's the appeal of ‘Brazilian-made’ and can a local brand compete with international players?

Safilo – the eyewear maker that produces frames for the likes of Dior, Fendi and Hugo Boss – is debuting a set of internet-connected spectacles. With the luxury brand looking to compete in a category where even Google waved a white flag, could smart glasses be losing their geek factor?

Giftcoin is the world’s first cryptocurrency designed for transparent charitable giving. Could this use of cryptocurrency – which was until recently an alternative or niche way of spending – be a step towards seeing radical ideas becoming mainstream models?

Dodo Pizza has firmly established itself as the Papa John’s or Domino’s of the Russian market. But its recipe for success is more complex than simply offering high quality and reasonably priced slices. How has a focus on tech and transparency fuelled the growth of this fast food brand?