Crowdsourcing platform Covidmaps is helping people in India find local grocery stores, pharmacies, and cash machines so they can access essentials during lockdown measures. Against a backdrop of uncertainty, people are turning to tech to share vital information with each other.

Generally done solo and from a sofa or bedroom, online shopping lacks the social appeal of a trip to the high street with friends. The Squadded Shopping Party app is looking to change that, capitalising on the boom of e-commerce during lockdown and making the experience more enjoyable.

As India moves to be a cashless country, PayTM is leading the digital economy’s revolution by providing a wide merchant base for its users. This app is simplifying Indians’ lives by giving them the opportunity to seamlessly sync their spending for offline retail and online services.

From panic-buying to extreme saving, paths to purchase have morphed as we progress through the pandemic. But what are people willing to spend on? Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Ravi Dhar and Joe Pine to understand how brands can maintain and grow their following during and after COVID-19.