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.

Guesty Raises $130 Million to Expand Short-Term Rental, Hospitality Platform

Guesty Raises $130 Million to Expand Short-Term Rental, Hospitality Platform
Guesty Raises $130 Million to Expand Short-Term Rental, Hospitality Platform
April 10, 2024  |  Investments

Guesty raised $130 million in a Series F funding round to expand the capabilities and global footprint of its property management software platform for the short-term...

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Banyan CEO: Chase’s Media Move Highlights Value of Customer Data
Banyan CEO: Chase’s Media Move Highlights Value of Customer Data
April 09, 2024  |  Connected Economy

Banks need new revenue streams. Retailers (and other businesses operating with razor-thin margins) need to fine-tune their go-to-market strategies and gain higher returns on marketing...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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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  |  Cybersecurity

The United States is closer to achieving nationwide data privacy protections, according to a pair of lawmakers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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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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