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.

Musk: My Twitter Would Be WeChat-Style Super App with Payments Key
Musk: My Twitter Would Be WeChat-Style Super App with Payments Key
May 19, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

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Booming Business Payments Now Outpace B2C Advances by 2-to-1 Margin
Booming Business Payments Now Outpace B2C Advances by 2-to-1 Margin
May 19, 2022  |  B2B Payments

B2B payments, in the digital age, might owe a lot to that 18th century giant of economics, Adam Smith. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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EU Regulator Launches PSD3, Open Finance Consultations
EU Regulator Launches PSD3, Open Finance Consultations
May 18, 2022  |  Regulation

The European Commission has launched a public consultation to gather information for its review of the second EU Payment Services Directive (PSD2). The same day,...

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5G-Powered Smart Glasses Enable Immersive Shopping, Gaming and Learning
5G-Powered Smart Glasses Enable Immersive Shopping, Gaming and Learning
May 18, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

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SPACs Get No Respect Amid 2022’s Tech Stock Shakeout
SPACs Get No Respect Amid 2022’s Tech Stock Shakeout
May 18, 2022  |  SPAC

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Vouchers Gain Popularity as a Way for Companies to Show They Care
Vouchers Gain Popularity as a Way for Companies to Show They Care
May 17, 2022  |  Business

As companies navigate a world in which pandemic restrictions are being lifted, some are returning to in-person workplaces, while others are embracing hybrid or remote...

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Trust, Choice and Convenience Are the New Glue of Customer Loyalty
Trust, Choice and Convenience Are the New Glue of Customer Loyalty
May 17, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

Customer acquisition costs aren’t less costly, and consumers have a universe of choices at their fingertips now. It’s time for businesses and consumers to get...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Marriott, Yahoo Launch Guest Media Network
Today in the Connected Economy: Marriott, Yahoo Launch Guest Media Network
May 16, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, hotel chain Marriott joins forces with Yahoo to launch a media network that lets advertisers reach guests with targeted commercials....

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Uber Eats Launches Two Robotic Delivery Pilots as Restaurant Industry Struggles to Meet Demand
Uber Eats Launches Two Robotic Delivery Pilots as Restaurant Industry Struggles to Meet Demand
May 16, 2022  |  Delivery

As aggregators struggle with driver labor challenges, Uber Eats is approaching the issue by removing drivers entirely. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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