Connected Economy

Connected Economy
CE 100 Index Starts Off 2024 With a 2.6% Loss
January 08, 2024

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Samsung Announces New Connected Kitchen Products as Consumers Increase Digital Engagement
January 04, 2024

With consumers increasingly expecting connectivity in every part of their lives, Samsung is stepping up its smart kitchen devices, creating potential in-home contextual commerce opportunities down the line. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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CE 100 Index: AI, Banks and BNPL Names Were Standouts During 2023’s 42% Rally 
January 04, 2024

The CE 100 Index soared in 2023, largely on the wings of widespread rallies among banking and buy now, pay later (BNPL) names, up double digit and, in some cases, triple digit percentage points. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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How Generation Multitasker Will Drive Digital Transformation in 2024
December 29, 2023

With the rise of connected devices making it possible to do more at any given moment, 2023 saw consumers multitasking more than ever. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Grocers’ Contextual Commerce Efforts Reached New Digital Spaces in 2023
December 29, 2023

Throughout 2023, grocers stepped up their contextual commerce initiatives, not only expanding shoppable recipe content but also reaching new devices and digital platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Smartphones, Smart TVs Drive Surge in Connected Device Ownership in 2023
December 27, 2023

The adoption of connected devices, including smartphones, smart TVs and voice-controlled assistants, surged in 2023, indicating an increasing reliance on technology to streamline everyday activities.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Consumers’ Digital Engagement Grows in 2023 as the Number and Frequency of Digital Activities Grow
December 21, 2023

There’s been a significant increase in digital engagement across all age groups and income brackets over the past year, PYMNTS Intelligence has found, with the share of consumers engaging in daily digital activities jumping 6.5% compared to the previous year.  Get the Full Story Complete...

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Boomers Embrace Digital to Catch Up With Kids and Grandkids
December 21, 2023

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Nearly 70% of Consumers Want to Track Bill Payments Using an Everyday App
December 20, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are increasingly relying on various apps to meet their daily shopping and financial needs. However, the abundance of apps can be overwhelming and time-consuming. To address this issue, the concept of an everyday app has emerged as a consolidated solution...