As with every other milestone in 2020, American students whose graduations have been interrupted by the pandemic are turning to online platforms for community and support. Headlined by the Obamas and featuring Beyonce and BTS, YouTube's blowout show stood in for canceled ceremonies.

At a time when many award shows have been canceled or postponed, the BET Awards pivoted to digital and raked in millions of views. With high-quality production and eye-catching virtual elements, it demonstrates how digital events could be a viable – maybe even preferable – future option.

Faced with annual fees in excess of £9,000, questionable pastoral support on campus, and stiffer competition in a job market replete with graduates, Gen Zers have plenty of reason to be sceptical about the benefits of higher education. So, how are they forging their career paths after school?

With nightlife venues across the world shuttered due to COVID-19, partygoers embraced digital hedonism by skipping queues for virtual club nights and attending marathon DJ sets. How have online raves helped reimagine out-of-home experiences? And how can brands keep the party going?