Likely no business vertical will emerge unscathed from the latest round of tariffs imposed by the President Donald Trump administration, but the automotive industry stands to be hit the hardest. Manufacturers and dealerships are navigating a complex landscape of price adjustments, production halts and strategic...
Amazon and Walmart are each carving out new territories in response to consumer demands, but their approaches are quite different. Amazon is focusing on the automotive industry, particularly through connected vehicles, while Walmart is concentrating on expanding its health and wellness offerings. Both companies are...
The potential for artificial intelligence (AI) humanoid robots in factories and stores is sparking debate among experts on the future of work and commerce. While companies explore humanoid robots for tasks from assembly to customer service, opinions vary widely on their adoption rate and implications....
Software, and digital transformation more broadly, have transformed the business landscape. Nearly every modern business relies on software to run their operations, and digital technology has become a pervasive, invisible thread enabling and optimizing workflows. When it works well, businesses software fades into the background....
January 09, 2025
Amazon and Walmart are each carving out new territories in response to consumer demands, but their approaches are quite different. Amazon is focusing on the automotive industry, particularly through connected vehicles, while Walmart is concentrating on expanding its health and wellness offerings. Both companies are leveraging their vast ecosystems, but where Amazon is leveraging its […]
February 21, 2024
In today’s dynamic digital landscape, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and developers are constantly exploring fresh ways to leverage advanced technologies to enhance the in-car experience for drivers. For gaming enthusiasts,...
January 10, 2024
CES 2024 is shaping up to be a watershed event for artificial intelligence (AI) and the connected economy. After the pre-show hype focused on robotics and the connected home, the...
October 06, 2023
Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising frontier, offering immersive experiences that can transport users to new realms. However, the question arises: should brands use VR primarily to facilitate...
April 16, 2025
Lyft is expanding into Europe with its $197 million purchase of taxi app FreeNow. The deal, announced Wednesday (April 16), will see Lyft acquire the Germany-based company from BMW and Mercedes-Benz Mobility. It also marks the ride-hailing service’s largest expansion outside of North America. “We’re on an ambitious path to build the best, most customer-obsessed mobility platform in the world, and entering […]
October 30, 2023
Yahoo is teaming with Xperi to bring in-car video content to BWM drivers. The partnership between the tech company and the automotive entertainment platform, announced Monday (Oct. 30), will bring video content from Yahoo Finance, Yahoo...
September 19, 2023
Mapbox, a location platform, has secured a $280 million investment in a Series E funding round to support the expansion of its platform in the automotive industry and the integration...
July 26, 2023
Seven major global automakers have created a new charging network joint venture to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) in North America. The move will expand access to high-powered charging,...