Connected Economy

The innovations in technology, connected devices, software, payments and cellular technology make it possible for people and businesses to connect with each other and do business via any device, an in any digital or physical location safely, securely, and in real time. This integration of the digital and physical worlds will transform the economy across the ten pillars that today represent its key cornerstones – pillars that are already experiencing the impact of disruptive innovation as new blended, digital-first experience-driven ecosystems are now taking shape.

Decoding the Connected Consumer: Personas, Preferences and Payment Strategies
Decoding the Connected Consumer: Personas, Preferences and Payment Strategies
February 21, 2025  |  Connected Economy

The way consumers pay continues to change, and it’s all thanks to the ever-expanding universe of connected devices. A new PYMNTS report, “How People Pay:...

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Apple Aims to Reach More Customers With Lower-Cost iPhone 16e
Apple Aims to Reach More Customers With Lower-Cost iPhone 16e
February 19, 2025  |  Apple

Apple debuted its lower-cost smartphone, the iPhone 16e, Wednesday (Feb. 19), saying the product’s price starts at $599. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Refunds, Right Now. Reshop Targets Gen Z and Millennial Shopping Pain Points
Refunds, Right Now. Reshop Targets Gen Z and Millennial Shopping Pain Points
February 18, 2025  |  eCommerce

Anthony Eisen is no stranger to shaking up the financial landscape. As the co-founder of Afterpay, he helped transform the buy now, pay later (BNPL)...

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CE 100 Index Gains 3% as DraftKings Soars After Earnings
CE 100 Index Gains 3% as DraftKings Soars After Earnings
February 17, 2025  |  Connected Economy

In a week that was largely dominated by earnings reports, the CE 100 Index gained 3% as all pillars advanced.  The Index’s upward trajectory outpaced...

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Amazon Mobile Shopping App Features Products From Other Sites
Amazon Mobile Shopping App Features Products From Other Sites
February 12, 2025  |  Amazon

Amazon is testing a new feature that enables users of the Amazon Shopping app to find select products from other sites and go there to purchase...

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CVS Unveils AI-Powered App in New Digital-First Strategy
CVS Unveils AI-Powered App in New Digital-First Strategy
February 12, 2025  |  Healthcare

Digital personalization in the healthcare industry is critical to elevate the customer experience. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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AI Agents’ Rise Promises IT Revolution, But Readiness Questions Remain
AI Agents’ Rise Promises IT Revolution, But Readiness Questions Remain
February 11, 2025  |  artificial intelligence

The race to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) engineering agents that can rival — and even replace — human software engineers is accelerating. Get the Full...

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Google Files Patent for AI Chatbot That Answers Phone Calls
Google Files Patent for AI Chatbot That Answers Phone Calls
February 11, 2025  |  Google

Google has filed a patent for a personalized artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot that can answer — and respond to — phone calls on your behalf....

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Walmart Pilots Solution That Keeps Produce Fresh During Transport
Walmart Pilots Solution That Keeps Produce Fresh During Transport
February 10, 2025  |  Walmart

Walmart is working with Indian AgriTech startup GreenPod Labs to pilot a solution that aims to keep produce fresh during as it moves through the supply chain....

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