Connected Economy

Connected Economy
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Readies AR Device, Unveils BNPL Tool
June 06, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Apple launches its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, where it is expected to discuss its augmented reality device, while also unveiling a buy now, pay later (BNPL) product. Plus, cryptocurrency platform CoinZoom launches a partnership with Visa, and IBM hopes to...

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Businesses Tap Connected Cameras for Customer Insights
June 06, 2022

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Software, Technology Firms Not Enough to Drive CE100 Index Gains in Choppy Week
June 06, 2022

A holiday-shortened trading week ended up in the red. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form,...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Blue Apron Teams With Walmart Marketplace
June 03, 2022

Today in the connected economy, meal kit service Blue Apron seeks to diversify its offerings with a partnership with Walmart Marketplace. Plus, Amazon debuts a program to help drivers open their own delivery services, and grocery giant Kroger launches a digital delivery market. Get the...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Future of Auto Industry Includes Software, More
June 02, 2022

Today in the connected economy, the head of Ford Motors says software, services and shared mobility offer “the most exciting kind of land grab in revenue” since the Model T. Plus, Meta adds a new “Calls” tab to Messenger as the volume of audio and...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Klarna, Marqeta Launch US Visa Card
June 01, 2022

Today in the connected economy, buy now, pay later (BNPL) provider Klarna teams up with card issuer Marqeta to launch a physical Visa card for U.S. customers. Plus, Saudi Arabia’s HyperPay raises $36.7 million to expand its payment services to businesses in the Middle East...

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Businesses Bet on Charging Stations to Energize Customer Traffic
June 01, 2022

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Connected Solutions Aim to Solve Common Concerns of EV Owners
May 31, 2022

For electric vehicle (EV) owners, and shoppers who are considering becoming one, common concerns about owning an EV include finding a station at which to charge the vehicle, quickly paying for charging it and determining how far the vehicle can drive before needing another charge...

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Today in the Connected Economy: CVS Unveils Virtual Primary Care
May 31, 2022

Today in the connected economy, CVS Health is continuing its shift from a pharmacy-only focus to a larger healthcare effort with CVS Health Virtual Primary Care. Plus, Chick-fil-A becomes the latest fast-food chain to test robotic delivery, and buy now, pay later, (BNPL) company Affirm...