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Futuristic cityscape with integrated contactless payment terminals, people using smartphones and smartwatches for seamless transactions.
Markets

NFC reader ICs drive contactless payments market growth through 2026

Read/Write NFC Tag ICs, the silent enablers of mobile wallets, commanded nearly 57% of total revenue in 2024, confirming the deep integration of contactless technology into daily transactions, accordi

Olivia Hartwell·May 10, 2026
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Enterprise

7 AI Era Digital Transformation Strategies for Enterprises in 2026

In Q1 2026, AI was included in 100% of NICE CXone enterprise deals, marking a complete shift for major companies in customer experience technology, according to CMSWire .

Priya Sen·May 10, 2026
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Industry Trends

AI Investment Soars, Broader Innovation Slows

AI investment is soaring, but global R&D growth is slowing, leading to a dangerous narrowing of future technological progress.

Olivia Hartwell·May 7, 2026
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Industry Trends

What are Sovereign Cloud Services and Why Do They Matter for National Startups in 2026?

The global sovereign cloud market, valued at $117.

Olivia Hartwell·May 5, 2026