Connected Economy

Connected Economy
CE 100 Index Adds 1% as Porch Group Extends Post-Earnings Rally
April 01, 2024

The CE 100 Index was 1% higher on the week, as a majority of pillars finished in the black.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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Smart Office Strategies Gain Traction in Hybrid Work Landscape
March 29, 2024

The office landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as the world embraces hybrid work models. This shift, driven by both technological advancements and changing employee expectations, underscores the need to prioritize collaboration, innovation and productivity in connected workplaces. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Digital Public Infrastructure Efforts Promise Safer, Connected Spaces
March 25, 2024

As societies become increasingly interconnected and reliant on digital tools, governments are recognizing the need to adapt and innovate to meet the evolving needs of their citizens. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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DraftKings, FedEx Lead CE 100 Index Gains
March 25, 2024

The CE 100 Index was up nearly 2%, capping a week that saw most pillars gain ground.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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CE 100 Index Gives Up 1.2%, Led by Zillow’s Share Slide
March 18, 2024

The CE 100 Index lost 1.2% as the end of earnings season is in sight. Year to date, the Index has trailed several of the broader indices, as seen in the chart below. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Dartmouth Business School Says Digitizing Campus Life Extends Beyond Academics
March 12, 2024

Higher education has shifted from its traditional roots, with universities and colleges adapting and embracing digital tools and technologies to enhance the campus experience and meet the changing needs of today’s tech-savvy students. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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CE 100 Index Off 0.9% as Cogent’s Slide Blunts Communication Pillar Gains
March 11, 2024

The Fed held sway this past week as the guessing game about when — or whether — the central bank will cut rates continued. Fed officials seemed to indicate that rates may be lowered sooner rather than later. However, strong jobs data this week seemed...

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85% Say Connected Devices Make Multitasking Easier at Work
March 07, 2024

Chances are pretty good that you are reading this article while you are at work. And although your boss may not be thrilled to hear that, in all likelihood, your boss is  multitasking right now too. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Wonder Hopes Walmart Can Turn Grocery Shoppers Into Connected Diners
March 04, 2024

As consumers increasingly view their food habits not in disparate segments — grocery, restaurant, meal kit — but as one connected “eats” category, Wonder is seizing on the new dining opportunities this opens up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...