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.

For Coinbase, Crypto Winter Is Here
For Coinbase, Crypto Winter Is Here
June 14, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Top cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase’s stock is crumbling faster than bitcoin as crypto winter hits the one-time Wall Street darling. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Future of Connected Cars Puts Apps in the Driver’s Seat
Future of Connected Cars Puts Apps in the Driver’s Seat
June 14, 2022  |  Connected Economy

As operating systems increase their roles in today’s driving experience, companies are inviting third-party developers to continue creating apps that add functions designed for use...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Headed to $8B in Gaming, Music
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Headed to $8B in Gaming, Music
June 13, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, new research shows Apple’s music and gaming sales could top $8 billion by 2025. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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The Data Point: 56% of Consumers Bought Food Online in April, Up 9% Over March
The Data Point: 56% of Consumers Bought Food Online in April, Up 9% Over March
June 13, 2022  |  Connected Economy

People are undoubtedly back outside, soaking up sunshine and enjoying the sensation of not breathing through a paper mask. Some slowed their online activities in...

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Banks Cut Back on Balance Transfer Offers as Economic Headwinds Mount
Banks Cut Back on Balance Transfer Offers as Economic Headwinds Mount
June 13, 2022  |  Economy

The balance transfers are upon us. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Menlo Ventures’ Aunkur Arya: FinTech ‘Growth at All Costs’ Pales Next to Capital Efficiency
Menlo Ventures’ Aunkur Arya: FinTech ‘Growth at All Costs’ Pales Next to Capital Efficiency
June 13, 2022  |  Investments

For FinTechs, and for the venture capital firms that fund them, the mantra “growth at all costs” is so 2021. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Watch Upgrade to Expand Health Monitoring
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Watch Upgrade to Expand Health Monitoring
June 10, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Apple’s watch will incorporate improvements to its health applications. Plus, the Bank of England (BoE) tests some of the country’s...

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Today in B2B: Business Warrior Acquires SaaS FinTech Alchemy Technologies
Today in B2B: Business Warrior Acquires SaaS FinTech Alchemy Technologies
June 10, 2022  |  B2B Payments

Today in B2B payments, Locality Bank and Hurdlr get together on invoicing and income tracking while Business Warrior adds SaaS FinTech capabilities with Alchemy Technologies...

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Regulatory Rumblings Force Companies to Rethink their Ransomware Policies
Regulatory Rumblings Force Companies to Rethink their Ransomware Policies
June 10, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

The decision of whether to pay ransomware hackers to release encrypted information got tougher in March when President Joe Biden signed into law that “strongly...

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