The design studio behind the Fitbit has revealed its latest wearable product – a device that aims to prevent rape by increasing users' awareness around consent. More about Buzz wearable by New Deal Design aims to stop sexual assault
Royal College of Art graduate Marcus Kung has designed a drone that can fly without propellers, with the aim of reducing injuries. More about RCA graduate Marcus Kung designs propellerless drone
Digital design store and gallery Adorno has launched a collection of products created by emerging designers based in Beirut, Lebanon. More about Adorno's emerging Lebanese designers collection shows country's "no-rule" culture
Researchers from China's Academy of Sciences claim to have developed a stealth laser weapon capable of burning targets nearly a kilometre away. More about China claims to have developed long-range laser gun that can burn flesh
Beeline has designed a stripped back navigation device for motorcyclists, which replaces visually complicated maps with a single arrow to direct bikers. More about Beeline's minimal navigation device directs motorcyclists with single arrow
Royal College of Art graduate Jiabao Zhang has taken the average dimensions of 50 cups, bottles, pens, light shades and reading glasses to create five standard items. More about Jiabao Zhang creates "normal" everyday objects
Engineers from MIT have developed a streamlined prosthetic foot that lets wearers walk with a fluid motion, and can be manufactured at a low cost. More about MIT engineers create low-cost prosthetic foot that approximates natural gait
This blanket by Thinx is designed to soak up blood, so that women on their period can have sex without ruining the bed sheets. More about Thinx launches "taboo-smashing" Period Sex Blanket
Japanese brand Nendo has designed three unusual variations of the traditional cuckoo clock, including one that doubles up as a bookend, and one that naturally rests on its roof. More about Nendo reinterprets cuckoo clock with three unconventional designs
Supporters can use their smartphones to interact with Adidas' Telstar Mechta, which is the official match ball that will be used in the knockout stages of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. More about Adidas reveals interactive match ball for knockout stages of World Cup
Toymaker The Crafty Robot has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its latest design — a DIY robot that can follow you around the house and bring you drinks. More about Smartibot kit turns any household object into an AI-enhanced robot
UK studio Seymourpowell has designed a concept for a cosmetics service that would curate the perfect products based on artificial intelligence and user data. More about Seymourpowell's concept uses AI to decide your skincare routine
Dezeen promotion: German brand Grohe has launched its latest collection of ceramic bathroom products, featuring minimalist and "urban-inspired" shapes. More about Grohe releases Cube collection of ceramic bathroom products
Dezeen promotion: Samsung has added a feature to its latest QLED televisions that allows the screen to appear almost transparent when not in use. More about Samsung introduces Ambient Mode allowing TVs to blend into the wall
Dezeen promotion: Dutch manufacturer Hakwood looked to "curves and right angles" for the design of three new wall tiles, which can be used to create patterned walls. More about Hakwood's geometric tiles can be used to create patterned feature walls
Postgraduate designers from the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London have developed a set of tools that inform animals of potential human threats. More about Graduates design responsive devices to help animals survive extinction
Dezeen promotion: artworks by Van Gogh and the pattern of natural stone are among the references incorporated into Forbo Flooring's latest range of flocked floor coverings. More about Vibrant prints and muted tones appear throughout Forbo Flooring's range of flocked flooring
Dutch bike company VanMoof has launched a high-security electric bicycle that it claims is impossible to ride or sell if stolen. More about VanMoof launches lock-free Electrified bike that can "take care of itself"
Dezeen's US editor Dan Howarth selects his highlights from this year's NeoCon furniture fair, which took place 11-13 June 2018 at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. More about Eight of the best contemporary office furniture designs from NeoCon 2018
IKEA has revealed a collection of statement rugs designed by a group of contemporary artists, including fashion designer Virgil Abloh and London-based designer Craig Green. More about Virgil Abloh and Craig Green among designers of IKEA collection of statement rugs