Cyclists across Australia are protesting the country’s mandatory helmet laws, with many participating in helmetless rides. Australians are divided over the issue, with pro-helmet camps saying safety is paramount, while anti-helmet proponents say it puts people off riding.

Millions of people share photos of themselves on social media every day, but the kind of pictures they post on Instagram rarely match those on Snapchat. Canvas8 spoke to marketing professors Alexa Fox and Pom Nakhata to understand how people use selfies and what it means for brands.

As cities across America become more congested, people are facing increasingly time-consuming trips to and from work. Bird, an electric scooter sharing start-up, is aiming to solve the ‘last mile’ problem of public transport to encourage people to leave their cars at home and avoid the gridlock.

Audi is launching an electric scooter designed for last-mile commutes and urban exploration. The scooter can be charged from the boot of the Audi E-Tron car, offering people a flexible and eco-friendly transport option while providing a smooth transition from the suburbs to congested city roads.