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.

Summer Series 2022: ‘Revenge Travel’ Roars to Life With a Connected Economy Twist

Summer Series 2022: ‘Revenge Travel’ Roars to Life With a Connected Economy Twist
Summer Series 2022: ‘Revenge Travel’ Roars to Life With a Connected Economy Twist
June 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

“Revenge travel.” That’s what they’re calling it as the cooped-up millions finally find the nerve to board planes, book hotel rooms and get back the...

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Amex: Window Is Closing for Merchants to Make the Most of Mobile
Amex: Window Is Closing for Merchants to Make the Most of Mobile
June 30, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

Depending on whose stats you’re looking at, more than half of consumers will abandon eCommerce carts filled with items at the slightest irritation, whether it’s...

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Calling Web3 Corrupted by VCs, Twitter Founder Jack Dorsey Pitches Web5
Calling Web3 Corrupted by VCs, Twitter Founder Jack Dorsey Pitches Web5
June 29, 2022  |  Blockchain

DEK: The Block CEO wants to build a decentralized web, but doesn’t believe the current vision of a blockchain-based internet — where people control their...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Amazon Web Services Could Have $3T Future
Today in the Connected Economy: Amazon Web Services Could Have $3T Future
June 29, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, a new projection says Amazon’s cloud computing business could someday be worth three times as much as the entire company’s...

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The 5 Features Top-Performing Restaurants Leverage to Drive Loyalty, Sales
The 5 Features Top-Performing Restaurants Leverage to Drive Loyalty, Sales
June 29, 2022  |  ResTech

In the past few years, the restaurant industry has changed dramatically, and eateries that do not meet consumers’ new expectations risk falling behind. Tech and...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Mastercard Expands Paysafe Partnership
Today in the Connected Economy: Mastercard Expands Paysafe Partnership
June 28, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Mastercard and Paysafe bring the Mastercard Send service to the European Union and the United Kingdom. Plus, Amazon offers Prime...

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58% of Consumers Increased Online Grocery Shopping in Past Year
58% of Consumers Increased Online Grocery Shopping in Past Year
June 28, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

Nearly half of consumers shop for retail products online and nearly one-third shop for groceries online, according to “Satisfaction in the Age of eCommerce,” a...

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The Next Trillion Dollar BNPL Play Will Come From Untapped B2B Segment
The Next Trillion Dollar BNPL Play Will Come From Untapped B2B Segment
June 28, 2022  |  B2B Payments

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