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.

By Making ‘Dumb Cameras’ Smart, AI Is Improving Traffic Efficiency

By Making ‘Dumb Cameras’ Smart, AI Is Improving Traffic Efficiency
By Making ‘Dumb Cameras’ Smart, AI Is Improving Traffic Efficiency
January 28, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Imagine a future in which commercial fleets could pay cities a toll that would allow their vehicles to travel without being stopped by traffic lights....

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Apple Services, Wearables, 5G Devices Drive Record Quarter That Defied Supply Chain Woes
Apple Services, Wearables, 5G Devices Drive Record Quarter That Defied Supply Chain Woes
January 27, 2022  |  Earnings

For most businesses, the thought of doing $124 billion in sales in a year — or even a decade for that matter — would be...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Afterpay Launches New Retail Partnerships
Today in the Connected Economy: Afterpay Launches New Retail Partnerships
January 27, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, buy now, pay later (BNPL) firm Afterpay announces new partnerships with Nordstrom, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, while Go Instore...

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Live Video Shopping Turns Purchase Intent Into Online Conversions
Live Video Shopping Turns Purchase Intent Into Online Conversions
January 27, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

People try to go into stores intending to buy, which may or may not be what brings them to an eCommerce site or online marketplace,...

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Mastercard: Instant Payments Unlock Weeks of Working Capital for Small Business Suppliers
Mastercard: Instant Payments Unlock Weeks of Working Capital for Small Business Suppliers
January 27, 2022  |  B2B Payments

Buyers and suppliers have been trying to accelerate B2B payments for decades. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Latest Shopping App Provider Ranking Is Like Unboxing a Surprise Gift
Latest Shopping App Provider Ranking Is Like Unboxing a Surprise Gift
January 26, 2022  |  Retail

Have you heard? They have shopping apps for your smartphone now. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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The One Thing: Removing Pain Points Builds Trust, Helps Companies Scale
The One Thing: Removing Pain Points Builds Trust, Helps Companies Scale
January 26, 2022  |  B2B Payments

Franklin Delano Roosevelt said, “Confidence … thrives on honesty, on honor, on the sacredness of obligations, on faithful protection and on unselfish performance.” What was...

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Stripe Helps Creators Boost ‘Internet GDP’ With Help of Platforms, Payments and Subscriptions
Stripe Helps Creators Boost ‘Internet GDP’ With Help of Platforms, Payments and Subscriptions
January 26, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

The platform economy, combined with the creator economy, is primed to help artists, musicians and podcasters, among others, turn their talents into money. Get the...

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