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.

Europe’s Digital Transformation Slowed by Lack of Engagement From Older Generations
Europe’s Digital Transformation Slowed by Lack of Engagement From Older Generations
June 15, 2022  |  Connected Economy

The concept of digital engagement is frequently used to assess to what extent people use internet-connected devices in their day-to-day lives. Many people assume that...

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NFT Weekly: Amex, Abra Team Up; Mastercard Targets NFT Sales; Seth Green Buys Back Bored Ape
NFT Weekly: Amex, Abra Team Up; Mastercard Targets NFT Sales; Seth Green Buys Back Bored...
June 14, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

The digital asset financial services company Abra announced on June 10 that it is launching the first crypto rewards credit card on the American Express...

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Car Navigation Systems Go off the Beaten Path
Car Navigation Systems Go off the Beaten Path
June 14, 2022  |  Technology

How would you ask a vehicle’s navigation software for directions to a spot that doesn’t have a street address — such as a site that’s...

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For Coinbase, Crypto Winter Is Here
For Coinbase, Crypto Winter Is Here
June 14, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Top cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase’s stock is crumbling faster than bitcoin as crypto winter hits the one-time Wall Street darling. With its stock having broken $50...

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Future of Connected Cars Puts Apps in the Driver’s Seat
Future of Connected Cars Puts Apps in the Driver’s Seat
June 14, 2022  |  Connected Economy

As operating systems increase their roles in today’s driving experience, companies are inviting third-party developers to continue creating apps that add functions designed for use...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Headed to $8B in Gaming, Music
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Headed to $8B in Gaming, Music
June 13, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, new research shows Apple’s music and gaming sales could top $8 billion by 2025. Also, Amazon chooses a California town...

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The Data Point: 56% of Consumers Bought Food Online in April, Up 9% Over March
The Data Point: 56% of Consumers Bought Food Online in April, Up 9% Over March
June 13, 2022  |  Connected Economy

People are undoubtedly back outside, soaking up sunshine and enjoying the sensation of not breathing through a paper mask. Some slowed their online activities in...

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Banks Cut Back on Balance Transfer Offers as Economic Headwinds Mount
Banks Cut Back on Balance Transfer Offers as Economic Headwinds Mount
June 13, 2022  |  Economy

The balance transfers are upon us. Or maybe not. Google an issuer, take a cursory glance at the search results, and it seems that any...

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Menlo Ventures’ Aunkur Arya: FinTech ‘Growth at All Costs’ Pales Next to Capital Efficiency
Menlo Ventures’ Aunkur Arya: FinTech ‘Growth at All Costs’ Pales Next to Capital Efficiency
June 13, 2022  |  Investments

For FinTechs, and for the venture capital firms that fund them, the mantra “growth at all costs” is so 2021. Aunkur Arya, venture partner at...

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