Articles by tag: fintech
Legacy payment companies are finally embracing blockchain solutions at scale, though still behind compared to the innovation that young fintech companies are bringing to the next generation of payment solutions. Regardless, this embrace is taking many shapes, and it’s still not a guarantee that they’re up to the task. In the last year, Visa […]
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MWC 2023: Barcelona Plays Host City to a Convergence of Mobile Technology, Community, and Commerce
Barcelona holds the keys to the connectivity ecosystem’s largest and most influential event of the year. In November 2022, Barcelona held the Smart City Expo World Congress, which gathered the international community to showcase smart city innovation and smart urban solutions. Now, the crown jewel of Spain is home to the Mobile World Conference, or […]
Software & Technology
Singapore is a Top Index-Ranked Smart City. How are They Collaborating with China to Build Asian Sustainability?
Singapore was the highest index-ranked Smart City in the world in 2021, followed by a tie between Zurich and Oslo, according to Statista. While China did not have any cities listed on the index-ranked list, they are certainly working to build digital and business collaborations with Singapore through their Smart City Initiative, which was launched […]
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Why Even Top Finance Roles Could Benefit from Remote and Freelance Work
Commentary: A tight labor market, a redefinition of the work day, and a wave of labor flexing its political power in the workplace are all culminating in a hiring dynamic that, for certain industries, is giving candidates more room to make demands. This is even bearing out in the financial sector, where major banks […]
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Fintech Veteran Weighs In on the Three-Day Work Week
Key Points: Bangalore startup Splice is workshopping a three-day work week with salaries at 80% the going market rate. Various studies show increased validation for a shorter work week, from public acceptance in the US to successful experiments in Iceland. Can a shorter work week gain steam in the fintech industry? If so, does […]
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As Google Cancels its Banking Plans, Why Has Big Tech Struggled in the FinTech Arena?
Key Points: Google Pay cancels its digital banking service Plex after internal disruptions. Ranking third amongst mobile payment players, Google Pay boasts around 25 million users in 2021. If even Google couldn’t make a dent, how should companies disrupt the digital banking space? Commentary: Google Pay has had a tough year, with the departure […]
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Impact of Shortened Work Weeks: Government Workers vs. Privately Employed
There have been quite a few companies and countries who have entertained a four-day workweek. Microsoft Japan experimented with a shorter workweek program, Spain previously announced a trail 4-day work week, and companies in Finland, Britain, and New Zealand have all considered making this change. Bangalore fintech startup Slice is eyeing a three-day work week to […]
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The Resurgence of Brick-and-Mortar Stores: One-of-a-kind Shopping Experiences Are Turning Customers into Brand Ambassadors
In the convenient world of e-commerce, big box stores are seeing a resurgence. Chains like Dick’s Sporting Goods, Walmart, and Target are experimenting with one-of-a-kind shopping experiences that can turn casual shoppers into loyal fans. In a recent Experts Talk roundtable, Allen Adamson, Co-Founder at Metaforce, highlighted how one-of-a-kind shopping experiences make for exciting […]
Revolutionize Customer Engagement Through Digital Augmentations in Physical Retail
The digital transformation of retail experiences in physical stores has become crucial as big-box retailers strive to maintain their relevance and competitive edge in a digital era. These retailers are embedding interactive features and digital augmentations in their physical locations to offer unique, engaging customer experiences. This approach merges the tactile allure of in-store […]
Enthusiastic and Trained Employees can Enhance Experiences and Drive Success in Physical Retail
In today’s retail landscape, big-box retailers are emphasizing the importance of their physical locations, even as the digital marketplace continues to expand. Stores like Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart are not just maintaining their brick-and-mortar presence but are actively enhancing it with features like interactive elements and new store openings. This reassertion of the […]
The Coexistence of Big Box and Small Retail Relies on Synergistic Relationships
Despite being long time competitors, big box retailers and small local businesses can both coexist in ways that benefit the other. Of course, both retail formats are different but by maintaining their core business models, the two can bank and leverage their strengths and still be open to synergistic relationships. During an episode of […]