Today’s autonomous vehicle companies are building on a long legacy​ that was created decades ago: General Motors, for instance, exhibited a self-driving car concept at the 1939 World’s Fair. In 2018, Waymo and Nuro, among others, are using self-driving vehicles to transport passengers and groceries, respectively, across the desert landscape of the Phoenix suburbs. Read More...

App stores are projected to be on a growth tear, and subscriptions are forecasted to help propel their atmospheric rise. Consumer spend in app stores is expected to top a sizable $122 billion next year, and in-store subscriptions are projected to help bring entertainment and non-game app spending to new heights as the mobile economy outside app stores is also poised for growth.  Read More...

Today In Data: Providers Push For Enhanced mPOS Features

Financial technology providers are partnering to bring new mPOS features to their platforms, while retailers seek these systems to reduce checkout lines. The overall value of the global mPOS market is expected to reach $47.7 billion by 2025 as providers push for enhanced mPOS capabilities and merchants seek to streamline payment journeys for their customers.  Read More...