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.

Grocery Shoppers Cut Back, Trade Down as Inflation Rises
Grocery Shoppers Cut Back, Trade Down as Inflation Rises
September 12, 2022  |  Shopping

As consumers look to mitigate the effects of skyrocketing food inflation on their bank accounts, how they shop for groceries is changing. Research from the...

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Shopify, Porch Lead Surge in ConnectedEconomy100 Index
Shopify, Porch Lead Surge in ConnectedEconomy100 Index
September 12, 2022  |  Connected Economy

It’s a rare occasion when the Connected Economy 100 (CE100™) Index outperforms the broader markets, but we’ve seen that happen in the past week. To...

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Discount Retail Boosts Square Footage as Consumers Stretch Dollars
Discount Retail Boosts Square Footage as Consumers Stretch Dollars
September 11, 2022  |  Economy

The death of brick and mortar has been greatly exaggerated.  To get a sense of where the growth may lie — at least in retail...

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Report: Amazon Shuts, Delays Some Facilities as eCommerce Growth Slows
Report: Amazon Shuts, Delays Some Facilities as eCommerce Growth Slows
September 09, 2022  |  Economy

After doubling its amount of warehouse space during the first two years of the pandemic, Amazon reportedly seems to be dialing back and rethinking some...

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Today in the Connected Economy: DoorDash Looks to Expand Grocery Empire
Today in the Connected Economy: DoorDash Looks to Expand Grocery Empire
September 09, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, DoorDash launches partnerships with grocery brands to expand its delivery options. Plus, ProvidusBank, Mastercard, Interswitch and Thales Group debut a...

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Today in B2B Payments: 3 New Partnerships Bring Deals, Products
Today in B2B Payments: 3 New Partnerships Bring Deals, Products
September 09, 2022  |  B2B Payments

Today in B2B payments, the California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) and Anchor collaborate to offer discounts on autonomous billing, Sage and Square team...

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As Grocers Push Private Labels, Brands Seek Loyalty Online
As Grocers Push Private Labels, Brands Seek Loyalty Online
September 09, 2022  |  Retail

In the grocery segment, it’s the tug of war for space on the (brick and mortar and virtual) shelves. Operating in an industry notorious for...

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6 Real-Life Ways Embedded Payments Are Streamlining Logistics
6 Real-Life Ways Embedded Payments Are Streamlining Logistics
September 09, 2022  |  Supply Chain

The pandemic changed everything, but it remains true that success happens when two minds come together and create innovation. Clearly, eCommerce firms are looking to...

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How API Platforms Democratize Data, Enable Real-Time Experiences
How API Platforms Democratize Data, Enable Real-Time Experiences
September 09, 2022  |  API

“Financial infrastructure is still evolving. It’s still being modernized and is still being digitized,” Salman Syed, newly-appointed chief operating officer at Fidel API, told PYMTS...

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