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.
Bank of America’s Virtual Assistant Reaches 2 Million Interactions Per Day
Bank of America’s Virtual Assistant Reaches 2 Million Interactions Per Day
April 08, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

Bank of America’s virtual financial assistant, Erica, is now engaging with clients 2 million times per day. Clients’ use of the virtual assistant has accelerated since...

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Data Privacy Laws Threaten Small Businesses’ Digital Advertising Efforts
Data Privacy Laws Threaten Small Businesses’ Digital Advertising Efforts
April 08, 2024  |  SMBs

The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024, a proposed bill set to impact data collection and online privacy, successfully passed both the Senate and House...

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Lawmakers Unveil National Data Privacy Framework
Lawmakers Unveil National Data Privacy Framework
April 08, 2024  |  Safety and Security

The United States is closer to achieving nationwide data privacy protections, according to a pair of lawmakers. Sen. Maria Cantwell and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, both of Washington...

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CE 100 Index Loses 2.1% but ‘Have Fun’ Pillar Gains Ground
CE 100 Index Loses 2.1% but ‘Have Fun’ Pillar Gains Ground
April 08, 2024  |  Connected Economy

It was a week of widespread losses for the CE 100 Index. Only the “Have Fun” pillar gained ground, up 1.1%.   Spotify shares gained 17.6%,...

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Microsoft Pushes LinkedIn Further Into the Connected Economy
Microsoft Pushes LinkedIn Further Into the Connected Economy
April 05, 2024  |  Connected Economy

LinkedIn has long been a fundamental part of the B2B economy, now topping 1 billion users. Now it’s showing signs of stepping further into the...

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Tennessee Titans Partner With Fanatics as Teams Digitize the Fan Experience
Tennessee Titans Partner With Fanatics as Teams Digitize the Fan Experience
April 03, 2024  |  Retail

As sports teams look to the rise of digital platforms to drive engagement and spending, the Tennessee Titans are the latest to announce a long-term strategy for...

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Chase Shows Super App Ambitions With Media Platform Launch
Chase Shows Super App Ambitions With Media Platform Launch
April 03, 2024  |  Connected Economy

J.P. Morgan Chase unveiled its latest venture, a retail media network called Chase Media Solutions, Wednesday (April 3), marking a move toward personalized advertising within the banking...

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How Apps, Smart Devices Are Streamlining Connected Home Living
How Apps, Smart Devices Are Streamlining Connected Home Living
April 02, 2024  |  Technology

Many homeowners can relate to the perpetual cycle of having do-it-yourself (DIY) projects and home improvements linger indefinitely on their to-do lists. However, amid this...

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Privacy Dynamics Return to Forefront of Connected Consumer Concerns
Privacy Dynamics Return to Forefront of Connected Consumer Concerns
April 02, 2024  |  Connected Economy

In a dynamic connected economy landscape, where every click, swipe and tap leaves a digital footprint, the notion of privacy has become an elusive concept,...

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