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.

Today in the Connected Economy: Mastercard, Sokin to Help Migrant Workers
Today in the Connected Economy: Mastercard, Sokin to Help Migrant Workers
May 23, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Mastercard and currency account provider Sokin team up to offer banking alternatives to 578 million people in the Middle East...

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CE100™ Dips, but Rebound in Platform Companies Softens Rough Week
CE100™ Dips, but Rebound in Platform Companies Softens Rough Week
May 23, 2022  |  Connected Economy

In the stock market, there comes a point at which, perhaps, one is satisfied with a less wild ride than is being seen in the...

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Could Amazon’s Flex Drivers be the Shopping Mall’s Saviors?
Could Amazon’s Flex Drivers be the Shopping Mall’s Saviors?
May 20, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

Malls.  So 1980s. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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BIS: Cross-Border Crypto Payments Need New Regulatory Framework
BIS: Cross-Border Crypto Payments Need New Regulatory Framework
May 20, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

It’s been widely acknowledged that blockchain can dramatically cut the cost, speed and complexity of cross-border payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Automakers Expand Into Connected Insurance, Fleet Management
Automakers Expand Into Connected Insurance, Fleet Management
May 20, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Usage-based insurance, built-in Google connectivity and fleet management solutions are some of the connected vehicle capabilities automakers have recently deployed or found that customers are...

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Block’s Dorsey Says It’s ‘No Longer Just a Payments Company,’ But They Remain Its Core Focus
Block’s Dorsey Says It’s ‘No Longer Just a Payments Company,’ But They Remain Its Core...
May 20, 2022  |  Digital Payments

Speaking at the first Block investors day in five years, CEO Jack Dorsey’s main goal was to show that Block is “no longer just a...

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Amazon Tests Same-Day Mall Deliveries
Amazon Tests Same-Day Mall Deliveries
May 20, 2022  |  Amazon Delivery

Amazon.com Inc. delivery drivers are fetching packages from mall stores and dropping the goods off at consumers’ homes under a plan the company is testing,...

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Today in Retail: Foot Locker Grows Its Profile In Athletic Footwear Sector; Amazon and Walmart Face Uncertainty As Summer Season Approaches
Today in Retail: Foot Locker Grows Its Profile In Athletic Footwear Sector; Amazon and Walmart...
May 20, 2022  |  Retail

Today in retail, North Face relies on customer loyalty and enhanced streetwear sales to boost its bottom line and Foot Locker grows its profile, while...

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Match Group Drops Restraining Order Against Google
Match Group Drops Restraining Order Against Google
May 20, 2022  |  Payment Methods

Dating apps maker Match Group on Friday (May 20) withdrew its request for a temporary restraining order against Google after the search engine agreed to...

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