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.

How Regulation Could Shape the Connected Economy’s Future
How Regulation Could Shape the Connected Economy’s Future
November 01, 2021  |  Regulation

In an era of explosive growth in online advertising and social media spend, media experts still say that TV advertising is the most effective way...

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Venture Capital Drawn to AI and Data FinTechs as Next Connected Economy Unicorns
Venture Capital Drawn to AI and Data FinTechs as Next Connected Economy Unicorns
November 01, 2021  |  Connected Economy

The connected economy is materializing so quickly that existing digital infrastructure is starting to fall behind — especially regarding how data is used to solve...

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90% Of Consumers Say Digital Connectivity Has Brought Positive Benefits
90% Of Consumers Say Digital Connectivity Has Brought Positive Benefits
November 01, 2021  |  Connected Economy

The embrace of digital tech and the use of different tools runs wide and deep in our lives, with PYMNTS’ survey of over 15,000 U.S....

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Connected Car Weekly: From Personal Vehicles to Heavy Trucks, the OEM Digital Transformation Accelerates
Connected Car Weekly: From Personal Vehicles to Heavy Trucks, the OEM Digital Transformation Accelerates
October 29, 2021  |  Innovation

It was a busy week for connected vehicles and devices among the OEMs, with automakers announcing new plans and capabilities for vehicles large and small,...

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Migration to Digital Cards ‘Will Take Time’ in Face of Plastic’s Staying Power
Migration to Digital Cards ‘Will Take Time’ in Face of Plastic’s Staying Power
October 29, 2021  |  Payment Methods

The digital card is coming, although ubiquity will be a marathon — not a sprint. IDEMIA Senior Vice President of Strategy Mehdi Elhaoussine and Mastercard...

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73 Million US Consumers Are Already Living in the Connected Economy
73 Million US Consumers Are Already Living in the Connected Economy
October 28, 2021  |  Commerce Connected

Consumers have become accustomed to near-ubiquitous internet access to get goods and services on-demand, as well as run multiple facets of their lives. As a...

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Fleet Operators Tap Connected Solutions to Speak Efficiency, Safety to Drivers 
Fleet Operators Tap Connected Solutions to Speak Efficiency, Safety to Drivers 
October 26, 2021  |  Transportation

Efficiency and safety are always important to commercial fleet operators, but increasingly busy schedules triggered by supply chain challenges and a shortage of drivers have...

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Why PayPal Buying Pinterest Wasn’t Such A Bad Idea
Why PayPal Buying Pinterest Wasn’t Such A Bad Idea
October 26, 2021  |  Connected Economy

After nearly a week of market rumors, PayPal released a short but sweet statement on Monday morning (Oct. 25) stating that it is not pursuing...

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Toyota, Lexus App Walks Drivers Through Post-Collision Process
Toyota, Lexus App Walks Drivers Through Post-Collision Process
October 25, 2021  |  Mobile Applications

Toyota and Lexus drivers now have access to an app that will walk them through what to do if they get in a collision. After...

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