Bit by bit, chip by chip, the connected economy — the one on wheels — comes into view. But first, newer cars need to get out on the road. Recent stats stemming from the automotive industry hint that the high-tech vehicles of today and tomorrow...
Today in the connected economy, State Farm makes a big investment in security firm ADT as the companies join forces to provide better home security. Also, consumer finance company CreditCare Technology partners with MoneyGram to help unbanked people, and Bambuser and Perfect Corp join forces...
The past week’s rout in the stock market — pick your market, any market, it seemed — continues into a new month and into a shortened holiday trading week. The Connected Economy 100 (CE100™) Index names followed suit, and to that end, the CE100 Index...
Last week (Aug. 31), the Digital Futures Commission published the results of a study into the use of some popular digital learning tools in education. The report found that “both Google Classroom and ClassDojo operate according to opaque privacy policies and legal terms that are...
Today in the connected economy, Chinese eCommerce giant Pinduoduo opens Temu, its U.S. online shopping site. Also, Google tests alternative payment methods in new countries, and cryptocurrency financial institution Sygnum gets ready to open a branch in the metaverse. Chinese eCommerce Firm Pinduoduo Launches US Offshoot...
Yes, it’s Labor Day Weekend. And technically, no, you’re not supposed to be working, or really, even thinking about work. But you’re likely sneaking a furtive glance, here and there, at the work email, from the seaside cottage you booked for that final summer getaway....
Summer 2022 was the first breath of fresh air in more than two years for many consumers across the U.S. It was the first time since the pandemic began that not only were mask mandates and travel restrictions lifted, but also the weather made travel...
Today in the connected economy, Meta looks to add paid features to its platforms as a way to offset revenue losses from Apple’s ad tracking changes. Plus, Jumia has joined forces with Zipline to use drones to deliver eCommerce goods in Ghana, and Ajman Bank...
Today in the connected economy, financial messaging services provider SWIFT has rolled out a predictive data intelligence tool that identifies potential problems with cross-border transactions. Also, banking giant Santander is joining forces with cash management platform Trovata, and cross-border payments company Thunes is collaborating with...
