The connected economy is making strides via a partnership between Uber Eats and Instacart. The two companies announced Tuesday (May 7) that in the coming weeks, Instacart customers will be able to order from a range of restaurants on its…
As businesses seek to strengthen the connected economy, they are harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster security measures and combat the ever-evolving landscape of sophisticated cyberthreats. Accenture and Oracle announced a…
The cyberattack on UnitedHealth Group, resulting in a $872 million loss to the health insurer, is just one example of the evolving cyberthreat landscape in today’s connected economy. Beyond mere operational disruptions, such incidents…
By Anne Kiprotich Kenya is experiencing an energy revolution, with 9.5 million Kenyans now connected to electricity. A further 5,000 public schools, public institutions, private hospitality establishments and hundreds of homes are also on…
The Connected Africa Summit (CAS) 2024 wrapped up its final day on a high note, focusing on unlocking the potential of women in technology (She-Tech) and fostering sustainable, tech-driven economies. The summit coincided with International…
Kenya is making significant strides in preparing its youth for the future of work in the digital economy. Two key announcements at the Connected Africa Summit 2024 highlight this commitment. Konza Technopolis and Acyberschool Partner on AI…
In a global landscape increasingly defined by connectivity, telecommunications companies are taking strides to cater to the needs of modern travelers. Indian telecommunications giant Bharti Airtel has made a significant move toward this…
You’ve likely heard of digital driver’s licenses, digital passports, and digital IDs. Now, digital birth certificates are emerging as the latest addition to the digital identity landscape, offering a glimpse into the future of…
Whether it’s a viral Instagram post, an informative YouTube video, or a thought-provoking blog article, content creators are playing a pivotal role in shaping online narratives, engaging audiences and driving business outcomes in the…
With cyberthreats evolving in sophistication and frequency, firms are constantly seeking robust solutions to strengthen their digital defenses. Passkeys have emerged as a player in this space, offering a more secure alternative to…
LinkedIn has long been a fundamental part of the B2B economy, now topping 1 billion users. Now it’s showing signs of stepping further into the connected economy. Those signs come in two forms: Reports in late March showed that the B2B…
In a dynamic connected economy landscape, where every click, swipe and tap leaves a digital footprint, the notion of privacy has become an elusive concept, sought after yet increasingly challenging to attain. Recent events, such as the…
Following recent reports of Apple discontinuing its decade-long Project Titan, its rival, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi, has swiftly entered the electric vehicle (EV) market with the formal launch of its much-anticipated electric car at an…
The Kenyan Ministry of Information, Communications & the Digital Economy, through the ICT Authority, the Government of Kenya Agency that is organizing the Inaugural Connected Africa Summit 2024, has opened a call for submissions to the…
As consumers increasingly view their food habits not in disparate segments — grocery, restaurant, meal kit — but as one connected “eats” category, Wonder is seizing on the new dining opportunities this opens up. The omnichannel food hall…
ZTE hat zusammen mit China Unicom das weltweit größte 5G-Privatnetzwerk in der globalen Stahlindustrie für WISCO bereitgestellt und eine beeindruckende 99-prozentige 5G-Abdeckung erreicht Bei dem Projekt wurden 25 Stahlanwendungen in sechs…
The digital economy has come full-force to Wall Street. To be sure, there are thousands of tech-heavy companies — asset light, digital first, perhaps digital-only players trading on various exchanges. But the recent announcement that…
The leisure travel industry is alive and well at Booking Holdings. The parent company of Priceline, Kayak, Booking.com and other connected economy hospitality brands reported record fourth quarter earnings on Thursday (Feb. 22). Perhaps…
The future of digital payments is, in many ways, already here. What is left is the need for businesses to adapt to this rapidly shifting consumer landscape by leveraging the increasing popularity of digital payments, particularly among…
There’s been no shortage of ideas and attempts by businesses to make payments a part of their strategic roadmap, Jim McCarthy, CEO of Thredd, told PYMNTS’ Karen Webster. But when it comes to improving engagement across business-to-consumer…