Connected Economy

Connected Economy
Today in the Connected Economy: Marriott, Yahoo Launch Guest Media Network
May 16, 2022

Today in the connected economy, hotel chain Marriott joins forces with Yahoo to launch a media network that lets advertisers reach guests with targeted commercials. Plus, Uber unveils several new ridesharing features, and Plaid partners with VGS to provide tokenization services. Get the Full Story...

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RIP Digital Transformation, We Hardly Knew Ya
May 16, 2022

It’s over. It’s done. Stick a fork in it. 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 completing this form,...

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How a 91-Year-Old LA Deli Inspired the Launch of Next-Gen Virtual Kitchen Concepts
May 16, 2022

Alex Canter recalls his first morning working at the family restaurant after graduating from college in 2014, when President Barack Obama made an appearance with hordes of press and the Secret Service blocked off “six blocks in every direction.” Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Late Bounce in CE100’s Battered Food and Car Sectors Offers Hope
May 16, 2022

For the CE100™ — given just how volatile the week was — well, it could have been a lot worse. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Today in the Connected Economy: Goodbye Facebook Pay, Hello Meta Pay
May 13, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Meta Platforms announces plans to rename its Facebook Pay system to Meta Pay, while Airbnb launches a coalition to ensure its travelers’ safety. Plus, software investment firm Thoma Bravo buys FinTech Bottomline Technologies for $2.6 billion. Get the Full Story...

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Digital Engagement Drives Sales of Collector Car Insurance, Memberships
May 13, 2022

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Today in the Connected Economy: 20 Companies Become Visa BNPL Partners
May 12, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Splitit joins the ranks of the Visa Ready for BNPL program, while Mastercard rolls out a financial inclusion program in Central America. Plus, online car seller Cazoo begins operating in Spain, while real-time payments firm ACI Worldwide partners with NORBr,...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Google Rolls Out New Digital Wallet
May 11, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Google unveils a new digital wallet, as well as new security features for online purchases with the help of Visa. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Instagram Previews NFT Sharing
May 10, 2022

Today in the connected economy, Meta’s Instagram platform begins a pilot program that lets NFT creators and collectors share their work. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...