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Gaming and Entertainment Options Forge New Roads for Connected Cars
Connected Economy // 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, this entails immersive in-car gaming experiences that seamlessly integrate with the vehicle’s systems, offering entertainment...

Lipstick Goes AI at CES
artificial intelligence // 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 event’s first two days were packed with consumer brands declaring their intentions to build AI...

Yahoo Launches BMW In-Car Entertainment Project With Xperi
Connected Economy // 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 Sports, and In the Know to Xperi’s TiVo-powered DTS AutoStage video service.  “From taking a...

BMW Tapping D2C as Auto Companies Turn to Omnichannel
eCommerce // October 19, 2023

BMW Group is dipping its toe in the water with direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales, beginning with its Mini brand, as the auto industry increasingly integrates eCommerce. The luxury vehicle company announced Wednesday (Oct. 18) that, starting Jan. 1, it will sell the brand’s automobiles in Italy,...

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Gaming and Entertainment Options Forge New Roads for Connected Cars

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, this entails immersive in-car gaming experiences that seamlessly integrate with the vehicle’s systems, offering entertainment options that extend beyond traditional driving activities, even while on […]

Lipstick Goes AI at CES

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...

If the Shoe Fits: Manolo Blahnik, BMW and Amazon Turn to VR

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...

Connected Cars Promise US Drivers Convenience, Payments Efficiency This Holiday

July 04, 2023
According to estimates from the American Automobile Association (AAA), a record number of Americans — 43.2 million people — are expected to be traveling by car this July Fourth weekend....

Quick Reads
Yahoo Launches BMW In-Car Entertainment Project With Xperi

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 Sports, and In the Know to Xperi’s TiVo-powered DTS AutoStage video service.  “From taking a break between errands to sitting in line at school pick-up, […]

Mapbox Raises $280 Million to Expand AI-Driven Location Features

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...

Seven Automakers Form EV Charging Network Joint Venture

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,...

Meta and BMW Seek to Solve In-Car VR

May 17, 2023
Meta and BMW say they’ve made a breakthrough in their car-based virtual reality project. The two companies on Wednesday (May 17) announced an update to their partnership, formed in 2021, to explore how augmented reality...