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.

Why PayPal Buying Pinterest Wasn’t Such A Bad Idea
Why PayPal Buying Pinterest Wasn’t Such A Bad Idea
October 26, 2021  |  Connected Economy

After nearly a week of market rumors, PayPal released a short but sweet statement on Monday morning (Oct. 25) stating that it is not pursuing...

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Toyota, Lexus App Walks Drivers Through Post-Collision Process
Toyota, Lexus App Walks Drivers Through Post-Collision Process
October 25, 2021  |  Mobile Applications

Toyota and Lexus drivers now have access to an app that will walk them through what to do if they get in a collision. After...

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More Hospitals Using Bedside Rx Delivery as Patients Seek Consumer Experiences
More Hospitals Using Bedside Rx Delivery as Patients Seek Consumer Experiences
October 19, 2021  |  Delivery

The connected and bring-it-to me economies are overlapping in hospitals, with pharmacies and facilities now partnering to deliver medication to a patient’s room prior to...

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Connected Economy Demands New End-to-End Banking Infrastructure
Connected Economy Demands New End-to-End Banking Infrastructure
October 19, 2021  |  Commerce Connected

Building out the digital connected economy has created a demand for new, end-to-end financial services infrastructure. As Ricardo Josua, CEO of FinTech Pismo, told Karen...

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Hybrid Payments: The Key to Unlocking the Connected Economy
Hybrid Payments: The Key to Unlocking the Connected Economy
October 18, 2021  |  Connected Economy

“The brands that are finding success in recovery and growth are also those that actively seek solutions to new challenges by creating fresh, seamless experiences...

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The Connected Economy Takes Off
The Connected Economy Takes Off
October 18, 2021  |  Connected Economy

December of 2019. It would be weeks before the first case of COVID-19 was diagnosed in China. And months before The World Health Organization declared...

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Connected Car Weekly: ‘Eye-Opening’ Telematic Insights and Garage Door Control From Anywhere
Connected Car Weekly: ‘Eye-Opening’ Telematic Insights and Garage Door Control From Anywhere
October 15, 2021  |  Innovation

Like other tech enthusiasts, drivers are also now looking forward to receiving the latest feature or software update for their other connected device — their...

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Best Buy Moves Deeper Into Connected Healthcare With Current Health Acquisition  
Best Buy Moves Deeper Into Connected Healthcare With Current Health Acquisition  
October 13, 2021  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Making good on predictions that it will keep investing in healthcare, from devices to analytics, Best Buy is acquiring U.K.-based tech firm Current Health, whose...

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Collaborative Commerce Simplifies Accounts Payable and Receivable Process, Strengthens Business Ties
Collaborative Commerce Simplifies Accounts Payable and Receivable Process, Strengthens Business Ties
October 13, 2021  |  B2B Payments

To borrow from Robert Frost’s “good fences make good neighbors” quote, it would seem that good payments make good partners too.  That is to say, the...

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