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Connected Economy

The innovations in technology, connected devices, software, payments and cellular technology make it possible for people and businesses to connect with each other and do business via any device, an in any digital or physical location safely, securely, and in real time. This integration of the digital and physical worlds will transform the economy across the ten pillars that today represent its key cornerstones – pillars that are already experiencing the impact of disruptive innovation as new blended, digital-first experience-driven ecosystems are now taking shape.

BNPL Firms Save the Day as CE 100 Breaks Even for Week
BNPL Firms Save the Day as CE 100 Breaks Even for Week
September 02, 2024  |  Connected Economy

It doesn’t have a dedicated heading in the Connected Economy, but the Buy Now, Pay Later sector of the “pay and get paid” pillar tore...

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How the World Does Travel: Sector Checks In Late on Digital Engagement
How the World Does Travel: Sector Checks In Late on Digital Engagement
September 02, 2024  |  Connected Economy

The travel industry, long defined by in-person transactions and physical tickets, is gradually moving toward digitalization. However, according to the PYMNTS Intelligence report, “How The...

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What’s Next as California Signs Landmark AI Safety Bill
What’s Next as California Signs Landmark AI Safety Bill
August 30, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

California’s newly passed artificial intelligence (AI) safety bill could dramatically alter the landscape of AI development and deployment, with far-reaching implications for tech giants, eCommerce...

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Tech Firms Bet on Sustainable Data Centers to Cut AI Costs
Tech Firms Bet on Sustainable Data Centers to Cut AI Costs
August 30, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes industries, tech companies are racing to build greener data centers that slash energy costs without sacrificing performance. Firms like Sustainable...

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Walmart and Amazon Turn to Fast Food to Sweeten Memberships
Walmart and Amazon Turn to Fast Food to Sweeten Memberships
August 29, 2024  |  Loyalty & Rewards

In recent months, retail giants Walmart and Amazon have been seizing on consumers’ demand for digital restaurant ordering to drive engagement with their paid memberships,...

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Walmart Expands Omnichannel Experiences and Fulfillment Solutions for Third-Party Sellers
Walmart Expands Omnichannel Experiences and Fulfillment Solutions for Third-Party Sellers
August 27, 2024  |  Walmart

Walmart has added new product categories, omnichannel experiences and fulfillment solutions to its eCommerce platform for third-party sellers, Walmart Marketplace. “We’re bringing all the pieces together to...

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Cantaloupe Introduces Self-Service Commerce Solution for Hospitality Suites
Cantaloupe Introduces Self-Service Commerce Solution for Hospitality Suites
August 27, 2024  |  Commerce Connected

Cantaloupe introduced a self-service commerce solution designed for hospitality suites at stadiums and venues. The new Suites solution allows suite owners to make changes to...

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Apple Plays AI Catchup in Hopes of Creating New Mobile Commerce Frontier
Apple Plays AI Catchup in Hopes of Creating New Mobile Commerce Frontier
August 26, 2024  |  Apple

Apple is gearing up to launch “Apple Intelligence,” a sweeping artificial intelligence (AI) initiative that experts say could rewrite the rules of digital commerce. The...

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Strong Earnings and Peloton Recovery Spark CE 100 2.6% Bump
Strong Earnings and Peloton Recovery Spark CE 100 2.6% Bump
August 26, 2024  |  Connected Economy

The tail end of Q2 earnings were good to several companies on the CE 100 this week. The Index ended the week of August 23...

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