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.

Thales Intros Voice Payment Card for Visually Impaired 
Thales Intros Voice Payment Card for Visually Impaired 
December 01, 2022  |  Payment Methods

Thales has introduced a Voice Payment Card for the visually impaired. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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60% of Consumers Say Discounts Will Determine Holiday Shopping Loyalty 
60% of Consumers Say Discounts Will Determine Holiday Shopping Loyalty 
December 01, 2022  |  Retail

A new study shows price is everything as budget-minded decisions are consumers’ top drivers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Senate Agriculture Committee To Grill U.S. Financial Regulator Over FTX
Senate Agriculture Committee To Grill U.S. Financial Regulator Over FTX
December 01, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

The first congressional inquiry into what went wrong at FTX is happening today (Dec. 1). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Online Betting Remains Bellwether Proving Ground for Real-Time Payments
Online Betting Remains Bellwether Proving Ground for Real-Time Payments
December 01, 2022  |  Faster Payments

Instant payments are increasingly what move the needle for sports bettors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Consumers Earned and Spent More in October 
Consumers Earned and Spent More in October 
December 01, 2022  |  Economy

Consumers’ incomes and expenditures increased by about the same rate in October.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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D2C Subscription Firms Pivot Amid Margin Pressure
D2C Subscription Firms Pivot Amid Margin Pressure
November 30, 2022  |  Subscription Commerce

Facing ongoing macroeconomic pressure, many direct-to-consumer subscription companies are being forced to adjust. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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5 EMEA Destinations Targeting Digital Nomads
5 EMEA Destinations Targeting Digital Nomads
November 30, 2022  |  emea

The digital nomad trend is booming as the list of attractive destinations is expanding.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Brazil Lawmakers OK Crypto as Payment Method
Brazil Lawmakers OK Crypto as Payment Method
November 30, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Lawmakers in Brazil have approved a bill making cryptocurrency a legal payment method. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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FTX Collapse Has Historical Parallels; Will We Learn From Them?
FTX Collapse Has Historical Parallels; Will We Learn From Them?
November 30, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

As details emerge surrounding the collapse of crypto trading firm FTX, investors should believe them. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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