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.

‘Cyber Trust Mark’ Program for Smart Devices Set to Go Live

‘Cyber Trust Mark’ Program for Smart Devices Set to Go Live
‘Cyber Trust Mark’ Program for Smart Devices Set to Go Live
January 07, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

The United States government is launching its cybersecurity labeling program for consumer internet-connected devices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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CE 100 Index’s Strong 2024 Reflects Digital Economy’s Momentum
CE 100 Index’s Strong 2024 Reflects Digital Economy’s Momentum
January 07, 2025  |  Connected Economy

The stock market offers a snapshot, at any given time, of investor sentiment, which is driven by the fundamentals of companies, sectors and the economy...

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Salesforce: 28% Uptick in Returns Could Dampen Record Holiday Spending
Salesforce: 28% Uptick in Returns Could Dampen Record Holiday Spending
January 06, 2025  |  Retail

Artificial intelligence (AI) helped holiday sales reach record levels this year, new Salesforce data shows. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Live Pillar Leads Gains as CE 100 Index Bucks Broader Markets
Live Pillar Leads Gains as CE 100 Index Bucks Broader Markets
January 06, 2025  |  Connected Economy

The CE 100 Index ended the last few days of 2024 and the first few days of the new year with a slight gain, adding...

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 Surge in Brick-and-Mortar Commerce Will Spur POS Innovation
 Surge in Brick-and-Mortar Commerce Will Spur POS Innovation
January 03, 2025  |  Point of Sale

Call it a renaissance for brick-and-mortar commerce. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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This Week in Web3 Innovation: Crypto Policies, Payments and Stablecoins
This Week in Web3 Innovation: Crypto Policies, Payments and Stablecoins
January 03, 2025  |  Blockchain

It finally happened. In 2024, bitcoin topped $100,000, capping off a year of growing mainstream adoption and technological innovation. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Retail’s Gen Z Playbook: Bridging the Digital Divide In-Store
Retail’s Gen Z Playbook: Bridging the Digital Divide In-Store
January 03, 2025  |  Retail

While Amazon and Walmart take a breather and process a fresh influx of returns, we thought we’d take a look into the interplay between online...

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Cerence and Jaguar Land Rover Partner on AI-Powered in-Car Experience
Cerence and Jaguar Land Rover Partner on AI-Powered in-Car Experience
January 02, 2025  |  Partnerships

Cerence and luxury automaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) partnered to develop JLR’s next-generation in-car experience. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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