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: Amazon, Walmart Vie for Metropolis Partnership
Today in the Connected Economy: Amazon, Walmart Vie for Metropolis Partnership
May 20, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Metropolis Healthcare Ltd. looks for a strategic partner, and Amazon and Walmart are both reportedly in the running. Get the...

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Amazon, Walmart Duel Over Healthcare, Super App Looms in India
Amazon, Walmart Duel Over Healthcare, Super App Looms in India
May 20, 2022  |  Healthcare

Small deal – at least for a commerce/eCommerce giant with the deepest of deep pockets. At least in terms of the price tag. Get the...

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When the Driver Doesn’t Own the Vehicle, Who Pays Tolls, Tickets?
When the Driver Doesn’t Own the Vehicle, Who Pays Tolls, Tickets?
May 20, 2022  |  Transportation

A driver of a rental car gets a traffic violation via a closed-caption camera. A salesperson who uses a company car for both work and...

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Nuvei Helps Swedish Sportsbook Betsson Launch in US
Nuvei Helps Swedish Sportsbook Betsson Launch in US
May 20, 2022  |  Payment Methods

Payments platform Nuvei has joined forces with Swedish gaming company Betsson Group to help it bring its online sportsbook to the U.S. Get the Full...

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Grab Results Show Super Apps Taking Hold
Grab Results Show Super Apps Taking Hold
May 19, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Call it the super app halo effect — maybe a long-lasting one, perhaps it’s only temporary. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Snapchat Users Can Now Share eBay Listings
Snapchat Users Can Now Share eBay Listings
May 19, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Snapchat is adding a new way for users to share things they like on eBay, a company blog said. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Today in the Connected Economy: TikTok Begins ‘Major’ Push Into Gaming
Today in the Connected Economy: TikTok Begins ‘Major’ Push Into Gaming
May 19, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, TikTok begins testing a program that lets users in Vietnam play video games on the app, part of a broader...

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$45B Stablecoin Rout Confirms Worst Fears about Crypto’s Need for Reserves
$45B Stablecoin Rout Confirms Worst Fears about Crypto’s Need for Reserves
May 19, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

The spectacular collapse of a top-three stablecoin last week has erased $45 billion and left crypto with a confidence crisis that goes far deeper. Get...

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Affirm, Upstart Help FinTech IPO Index Beat Sagging Retailers, Markets
Affirm, Upstart Help FinTech IPO Index Beat Sagging Retailers, Markets
May 19, 2022  |  IPO

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