Connected Economy

Connected Economy
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Rolls out First State ID for Its Wallet
March 23, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Apple makes it easier for travelers in Arizona to show their identification, while Visa and DoorDash make it easier for gig workers in Canada to get paid. Plus, Mastercard and Global Processing Services (GPS) team up to launch card programs...

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5G, eSIM Turn Cars Into Cellphones, WiFi Hotspots
March 23, 2022

Making and receiving phone calls, streaming content, downloading software updates and serving as WiFi hotspot for other devices will increasingly be done by cars — with no phone needed — with the speed and quality of 5G. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Toss, GoTo Compete With Grab for Super App Supremacy in SE Asia
March 23, 2022

In the age of the super app, especially in South Korea, competition is ramping for top of mind, top of wallet — and the chance to grab some share from Grab. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Bots or No Bots About it, Human Empathy Primed for Customer Experience Comeback
March 23, 2022

As customer service continues its evolution as an integral part of the broader customer experience (CX), companies have some things to learn, unlearn and relearn to bring it up to snuff. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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To Win Big, EU Firms Must First Win US, Says Hoxton Ventures Partner
March 23, 2022

For firms operating in Europe, expanding internationally often means launching operations in other close countries in the region. 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...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Netflix Set to Debut Mobile Games
March 22, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Netflix gets set to debut its mobile games line-up, while people in Argentina turn to gaming on the metaverse to deal with rampant inflation. Plus, Google parent Alphabet spins off its quantum tech operation Sandbox AQ, and Dutch startup ParkBee...

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Entertainment’s Digital Transformation Dives Into 5G, New NFTs, Shoppable Streaming
March 22, 2022

Get ready for mobile ticketing, NFTickets, concerts in the metaverse (and don’t forget your vaccination ID when live) because the entertainment sector is ready for fun after two years of restrictions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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In Paycheck to Paycheck Economy, Some Mull Selling Their Home and Leasing It Back
March 22, 2022

The black swan events seem to be coming fast and furious: COVID-19. War in Europe. Inflation, touching torrid pacing that hasn’t been seen in 40 years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Qualcomm Bets $100M on the Metaverse
March 21, 2022

Today in the connected economy, wireless technology company Qualcomm announces the creation of a $100 million fund to support metaverse-related projects. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...