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.

1 in 3 Restaurants Lowers Service Standard Amid Labor Challenges

1 in 3 Restaurants Lowers Service Standard Amid Labor Challenges
1 in 3 Restaurants Lowers Service Standard Amid Labor Challenges
August 19, 2022  |  ResTech

As restaurants’ labor challenges continue, many are passing the burden onto consumers, offering a lower quality of service. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Today in the Connected Economy: The Weather Channel Joins the Subscription Bundle Trend
Today in the Connected Economy: The Weather Channel Joins the Subscription Bundle Trend
August 19, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, The Weather Channel begins testing a subscription program in partnership with Trip Advisor and USA Today. Plus, DoorDash ends a...

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Grocery Roundup: Instacart Launches Cross-Retailer Ordering
Grocery Roundup: Instacart Launches Cross-Retailer Ordering
August 18, 2022  |  Shopping

As Instacart gears up to go public, the online grocery marketplace is looking to drive usage by making consumers’ commerce journeys increasingly frictionless. On Friday...

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Bond Launches Secured Credit Card for FinTechs
Bond Launches Secured Credit Card for FinTechs
August 18, 2022  |  Credit Cards

Brands and FinTechs can help credit-challenged customers rebuild credit histories and improve FICO scores with a new, customized secured card offering by Bond Financial Technologies. ...

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QSRs Split Between Metaverse Future, Gaming Platform Present
QSRs Split Between Metaverse Future, Gaming Platform Present
August 18, 2022  |  Metaverse

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Apple Pay No Sure Bet as Contactless Cards Dominate
Apple Pay No Sure Bet as Contactless Cards Dominate
August 18, 2022  |  Payment Methods

For Apple Pay, the tipping point is here. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Ripple, Brazil’s Travelex Bank Add Crypto-Based X-Border Payments
Ripple, Brazil’s Travelex Bank Add Crypto-Based X-Border Payments
August 18, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Aiming to use cryptocurrency to enable cheaper, faster cross-border payments, enterprise blockchain and crypto solution provider Ripple has teamed up with Travelex Bank to launch...

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Amazon Takes Tip From TikTok with Beta Test of Shoppable Videos
Amazon Takes Tip From TikTok with Beta Test of Shoppable Videos
August 17, 2022  |  Amazon

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