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.

The Data Point: 16% of Youthful Gen Zers Use Telehealth, Leading All Age Groups
The Data Point: 16% of Youthful Gen Zers Use Telehealth, Leading All Age Groups
July 01, 2022  |  Healthcare

The telehealth wave rolls on with no end in sight after a pandemic kickstart moved the video triage technology center stage for patients needing to...

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Payments Execs Say Q2 Challenges Strengthen Digital Resolve
Payments Execs Say Q2 Challenges Strengthen Digital Resolve
July 01, 2022  |  Connected Economy

While the second quarter may not have been the post-pandemic party we’d hoped for, even a mix of rampant inflation, rising interest rates, supply chain...

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Today in The Connected Economy: Apple Wants Drivers Paying For Gas With CarPlay
Today in The Connected Economy: Apple Wants Drivers Paying For Gas With CarPlay
June 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Apple is set to debut a new version of its CarPlay technology that lets drivers buy gas right from their...

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Apple Wants Drivers to Buy Gas With CarPlay
Apple Wants Drivers to Buy Gas With CarPlay
June 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

When the next version of Apple’s CarPlay rolls out this fall, drivers will be able to buy gas directly from their car’s dashboard. That’s according...

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The Data Point: New Tech for Cross-Border Payments Rates With 64% of All FIs
The Data Point: New Tech for Cross-Border Payments Rates With 64% of All FIs
June 30, 2022  |  Cross-border Payments

Financial institutions (FIs) are rising to the challenges of business clients seeking and doing more business in overseas markets, requiring a rethink — and in many...

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Mobile Tech Matches Mechanics to Drivers in Need
Mobile Tech Matches Mechanics to Drivers in Need
June 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

As with many other products and services, consumers increasingly expect to be able to arrange for automotive repair and maintenance through digital channels.  When they’re...

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PYMNTS AM Radar: Data Collection; Telemed for the Win; Revenge Travel; Mobile Centricity; ICYMI
PYMNTS AM Radar: Data Collection; Telemed for the Win; Revenge Travel; Mobile Centricity; ICYMI
June 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today is Thursday, June 30 and if you work from home, today is your day — it’s National Work from From Home Day, celebrated the...

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Summer Series 2022: ‘Revenge Travel’ Roars to Life With a Connected Economy Twist
Summer Series 2022: ‘Revenge Travel’ Roars to Life With a Connected Economy Twist
June 30, 2022  |  Connected Economy

“Revenge travel.” That’s what they’re calling it as the cooped-up millions finally find the nerve to board planes, book hotel rooms and get back the...

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Amex: Window Is Closing for Merchants to Make the Most of Mobile
Amex: Window Is Closing for Merchants to Make the Most of Mobile
June 30, 2022  |  Commerce Connected

Depending on whose stats you’re looking at, more than half of consumers will abandon eCommerce carts filled with items at the slightest irritation, whether it’s...

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