Connected Economy

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AT&T to Buy Rivian Electric Vehicles, Become Exclusive Connectivity Provider
December 14, 2023

AT&T will buy Rivian electric vehicles (EVs) and add those vehicles to its fleet in early 2024. 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 Up 0.8% as BNPL Names Gain Ground 
December 11, 2023

There are just a few weeks left to complete a volatile year, and the CE 100 Index continues to inch up, notching gains that have overtaken most benchmarks.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Will 5G Make 2024 the Industrial Economy’s Most Connected Year Yet?
December 07, 2023

5G broadband networks are viewed by many as a business-first digital innovation and enterprise revolution. 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 daily newsletter,...

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Bumble Debuts AI-Powered Conversation Starters and Plans for Friends
December 04, 2023

In a digital age where making meaningful connections can be challenging, Bumble For Friends is making it easier for people to connect and make friends online. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Generative AI’s ‘New Electricity’ Sparks Innovation Across Payment Workflows
December 04, 2023

Anyone operating in the payments space already knows about artificial intelligence (AI). 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 daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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CE 100 Index Gains 3.1% as Communications Stock Surge Is Led by Snap 
December 04, 2023

The CE 100 Index gained 3.1% coming off a Thanksgiving holiday-truncated week with vigor as all segments gained 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...

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iRobot’s 36% Leap Leads CE 100 Index Higher in Shortened Holiday Trading
November 27, 2023

The CE 100 Index gained 1.1% in a trading week shortened by the Thanksgiving holiday. 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 daily newsletter,...

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Smartphone Sales See First Year-Over-Year Gain in 27 Months
November 22, 2023

The smartphone industry has recorded its first month of year-over-year (YoY) growth in 27 months. 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 daily newsletter,...

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Porch Rally Leads CE 100 Index Higher Again as Q3 Earnings Season Winds Down
November 20, 2023

Headed into a holiday-shortened trading week, the CE 100 Index was 4.3% higher as investors snapped up shares and earnings season drew near its close to cap the look back at the September quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...