Today in Data: Tech Is Transforming the Payments Space

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Today in Data, technology and data are helping Africa’s farmers thrive. Plus, Walmart relies on technology and innovation to boost its global advertising business, and Wendy’s debuts a virtual reality location.

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$2B: Revenue generated by Walmart Connect advertising platform

150M: Number of weekly Walmart shoppers online and in-store

10+: Number of trademarks McDonald’s filed related to a virtual restaurant

41%: Share of restaurant business generated through digital channels

205K: Number of farmers in ThriveAgric agricultural operating system