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.

5 EMEA Destinations Targeting Digital Nomads
5 EMEA Destinations Targeting Digital Nomads
November 30, 2022  |  emea

The digital nomad trend is booming as the list of attractive destinations is expanding.  Armed with laptops and wanderlust, these modern-day working travelers have the...

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Brazil Lawmakers OK Crypto as Payment Method
Brazil Lawmakers OK Crypto as Payment Method
November 30, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Lawmakers in Brazil have approved a bill making cryptocurrency a legal payment method. This week, the country’s legislative body voted on a regulatory framework that...

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FTX Collapse Has Historical Parallels; Will We Learn From Them?
FTX Collapse Has Historical Parallels; Will We Learn From Them?
November 30, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

As details emerge surrounding the collapse of crypto trading firm FTX, investors should believe them. In much the same way as Shakespeare’s famous adage states...

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Grocery Habits Reveal Wider Online Gender Divide
Grocery Habits Reveal Wider Online Gender Divide
November 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Everyone needs groceries, but a massive divide exists in how women and men buy theirs. Men use the internet to place grocery and restaurant orders...

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C-Stores Step Up Food Efforts to Take Share from QSRs
C-Stores Step Up Food Efforts to Take Share from QSRs
November 29, 2022  |  Retail

Major convenience stores are expanding their hot food selection to divert sales from restaurants. Most recently, major multinational convenience retailer EG Group has been adding in-store branded...

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FinTech Revolut Eyes Japanese Expansion
FinTech Revolut Eyes Japanese Expansion
November 29, 2022  |  Digital-First Banking

British FinTech startup Revolut is looking at Asia to continue its rapid growth.  Revolut has 25 million customers — primarily in Europe — and aims to...

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Cyber Five Drew 9% More Shoppers Than Last Year 
Cyber Five Drew 9% More Shoppers Than Last Year 
November 29, 2022  |  Retail

A record number of Americans shopped during Cyber Five.  During the five days from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, 196.7 million Americans shopped in stores...

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India to Test Retail Version of Digital Rupee
India to Test Retail Version of Digital Rupee
November 29, 2022  |  CBDC

India’s central bank will begin testing its proposed digital rupee for retail use this week. “The pilot will test the robustness of the entire process of...

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UK Looks to Hold Onto Global Finance Center Status
UK Looks to Hold Onto Global Finance Center Status
November 29, 2022  |  Digital-First Banking

The U.K. will amend its banking rules to help London remain a global finance hub. As Reuters reported Tuesday (Nov. 29), London city minister Andrew...

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