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.

BJ’s Wholesale Club Taps Robots to Boost Curbside Fulfillment Efficiency

BJ’s Wholesale Club Taps Robots to Boost Curbside Fulfillment Efficiency
BJ’s Wholesale Club Taps Robots to Boost Curbside Fulfillment Efficiency
November 17, 2023  |  Technology

As grocery retailers look for ways to make their curbside pickup businesses more profitable, membership warehouse club chain BJ’s Wholesale Club is using robots to...

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Amazon Will Now Sell Hyundai Vehicles on US Site
Amazon Will Now Sell Hyundai Vehicles on US Site
November 16, 2023  |  Amazon

Starting in 2024, customers will be able to find and purchase Hyundai vehicles directly from Amazon’s U.S. store.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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ChatGPT Pauses Subscriptions as Surging Demand Surpasses Capacity
ChatGPT Pauses Subscriptions as Surging Demand Surpasses Capacity
November 15, 2023  |  Subscriptions

OpenAI is putting a hold on new signups for its ChatGPT Plus program, due to widespread demand putting a strain on the platform, as tech companies increasingly rely...

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Millennials Lead Grocery’s Digital Transformation
Millennials Lead Grocery’s Digital Transformation
November 14, 2023  |  eCommerce

When it comes to online grocery, PYMNTS Intelligence indicates, millennials lead the way. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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YouTube to Require Creators to Disclose AI-Created Content
YouTube to Require Creators to Disclose AI-Created Content
November 14, 2023  |  Artificial Intelligence

YouTube will add disclosure requirements and other rules for content created with artificial intelligence (AI). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
November 13, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to target their marketing and drive customer frequency, major brands are leveraging in-store QR codes to tie all transactions, including in-store purchases,...

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Porch Soars, Peloton Sinks and CE 100 Index Barely Budges With 0.4% Gain
Porch Soars, Peloton Sinks and CE 100 Index Barely Budges With 0.4% Gain
November 13, 2023  |  Connected Economy

The CE 100 Index added 0.4% in a wild week where double-digit declines and gains were the norm — earnings season continued to dominate the...

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This Week in AI: An AI App Store and GPTs Go Shopping
This Week in AI: An AI App Store and GPTs Go Shopping
November 10, 2023  |  Artificial Intelligence

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) just keeps getting bigger. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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