Economic systems

The Global Digital Economy Innovation Competition Successfully Held

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Articles, Economy, Economic systems, Information economy, Cashless society, Digital economy, UST

BEIJING, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 2, the 2021 Global Digital Economy Innovation Competition with the theme of "Technology New Empowerment Digital New Benchmark" was successfully held at Beijing Daxing International Airport Kapok Hotel.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 2, the 2021 Global Digital Economy Innovation Competition with the theme of "Technology New Empowerment Digital New Benchmark" was successfully held at Beijing Daxing International Airport Kapok Hotel.
  • The purpose of this competition is to build a platform for communication and resource sharing between government and digital economy innovative enterprises and investors, and to effectively support the growth of high-quality digital economy enterprises and vigorously promote the development of the digital economy industry.
  • During the preparatory phase of the competition, online and offline recruitment channels were both opened, mainly for projects in four fields of digital life and health, digital culture, digital trade, and high-end manufacturing.
  • The successful holding of this competition will promote the Global Digital Economy Innovation Competition to become an important authoritative event in the domestic digital economy field, and an international professional event platform in the digital economy field.

On Tap Credit Union Wins Best Credit Union/Bank in Arvada and Golden for the Second Year in a Row

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Banking, Professional services, Finance, Articles, Mixed economies, Economic systems, Community building, Cooperative banking, Credit union, Social economy, Cooperative

Taking care of our members financial needs and future goals is something we deeply care about, said On Tap Credit Union President and CEO Tracie Wilcox.

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  • Taking care of our members financial needs and future goals is something we deeply care about, said On Tap Credit Union President and CEO Tracie Wilcox.
  • At On Tap Credit Union, we approach money a little differently.
  • Anyone interested in learning more about On Tap Credit Union can request a call back here, www.ontapcu.org/about-us/contact-us or visit our website.
  • Formerly Coors Credit Union, On Tap Credit Union is a full-service cooperative financial institution serving people living and working in Jefferson, Denver, Boulder, and Larimer counties.

Nonprofits Using Qgiv’s Online Fundraising Tools Raised 5% More Than the Average Nonprofit in 2020

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Articles, Mixed economies, Economic systems, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Nonprofit organization, Direct mail fundraising, Non-profit technology

Nonprofits using Qgivs tools last year raised 5% more than the national averageQgiv clients in the arts sector raised 2% more, faith-based clients raised 5% more, human services raised 39% more, and international affairs raised 7% more.

Key Points: 
  • Nonprofits using Qgivs tools last year raised 5% more than the national averageQgiv clients in the arts sector raised 2% more, faith-based clients raised 5% more, human services raised 39% more, and international affairs raised 7% more.
  • A combination of unlimited customer support and easy-to-use fundraising technology helped Qgiv clients raise more than their peers last year.
  • Unlimited support and training, plus free virtual workshops on a variety of fundraising and nonprofit leadership topics, provided extra support to Qgivs nonprofit clients throughout the pandemic.
  • Nonprofits using Qgivs comprehensive fundraising platform can use digital tools for peer-to-peer fundraising, app and web-based auctions, text fundraising, online donation forms, events, and more.

Data-Driven Home Platform Kukun Expands Partnership With Digital Personal Finance Company SoFi

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
California, SoFi, Social finance, Hollywood Park, SoFi, Economic systems, Los Angeles Chargers

This addition builds on SoFi and Kukun's existing partnership since 2018 with SoFi offering Kukun and SoFi's Home Improvement Cost Calculator products to their customers.

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  • This addition builds on SoFi and Kukun's existing partnership since 2018 with SoFi offering Kukun and SoFi's Home Improvement Cost Calculator products to their customers.
  • Under the arrangement, Kukun will provide SoFi with Automated Valuation Models (AVM), images and enhance its current digital estimator.
  • How to find Kukun's Tools on SoFi Relay: You can activate SoFi Relay through your SoFi.com login on the web or in the SoFi mobile app.
  • SoFi is also the naming rights partner of SoFi Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Chargers and the Los Angeles Rams.

Singapore to Unlock Full Potential of Digital, Announces SGTraDex to Digitalise the Supply Chain Ecosystem, at Asia Tech x Singapore

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Articles, Countries, Economic systems, Information economy, Digital technology, Digital transformation, Information society, Social change, Digital economy, Singapore, Supply chain

SGTraDex will support ecosystem- wide digital transformation, connecting supply chain ecosystems both locally and globally.

Key Points: 
  • SGTraDex will support ecosystem- wide digital transformation, connecting supply chain ecosystems both locally and globally.
  • The use cases have the potential to unlock more than S$200 million (US$150 million) of value annually when fully developed.
  • SGTraDex also has the flexibility to be the datainfrastructure for many other sectors ranging from construction to aviation, unlockingeven more potential value.
  • Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG) is Asia's flagship tech event where technology intersects with society and the digital economy.

Europe Crowd Lending and Crowd Investing Market Report 2021 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Professional services, Finance, Banking, Economy, Finance, Prosper Marketplace, Intermediation, Funding, Economic systems, Social economy, Credit, Financial technology

The "Europe Crowd Lending and Crowd Investing Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Europe Crowd Lending and Crowd Investing Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Also, according to the data from Prosper, the weighted average borrower rate for April originations decreased by 12 bps over the prior month.
  • However, the most significant business segment of the European economy struggles to adequately access financing, which is essential for SMEs to expand in the market studied.
  • It requires proper checks and balances to provide a viable channel for financial intermediation in the seed and early seed of the market.

Pet Food Express' Fill The Food Bank Campaign To Help Struggling Californians Feed Their Dogs

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Dog nutrition, Pet foods, Charity, Food bank, Food waste, Sharing economy, Pet Food Express, Dog food, Articles, Economic systems, Ethics

OAKLAND, Calif., July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Food Express kicks off its annual Fill the Food Bank campaign to help hundreds of struggling California families to continue to care for their beloved dog(s) with free, nutritious food and avoid surrendering their pet to a shelter.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Food Express kicks off its annual Fill the Food Bank campaign to help hundreds of struggling California families to continue to care for their beloved dog(s) with free, nutritious food and avoid surrendering their pet to a shelter.
  • Pet Food Express has set a 100,000 pound goal for 2021 and will match the first 10,000 pounds of donated dog food.
  • "The food donated through our Fill the Food Bank campaign will help many California families burdened by COVID with financial hardships," said Megan Kniepkamp, Community Outreach Manager at Pet Food Express.
  • "As pet parents ourselves and passionate pet advocates, we understand the bond between a pet and its family.

Goodwill® Names New Director Of Diversity, Equity And Inclusion (DEI)

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Organizations, Articles, Economic systems, Goodwill Industries, Candid, Nonprofit organization

Dr. Dickenson will lead the development and promotion of DEI plans and implement workplace and initiatives and best practices.

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  • Dr. Dickenson will lead the development and promotion of DEI plans and implement workplace and initiatives and best practices.
  • She has worked in the nonprofit sector as a DEI strategist to develop Save the Children's first DEI three-year strategy.
  • "I am excited to join Goodwill Industries International in a role that aligns with my passions.
  • A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps people find employment, Goodwill is recognized with GuideStar's highest rating, the Platinum Seal of Approval.

NXTsoft and Upstart Partner to Streamline Delivery of AI-Based Lending Platform to Banks and Credit Unions

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Software, Internet, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Professional services, Technology, Other Technology, Mixed economies, Economic systems, Social economy, Upstart, Credit union, Economy, NXTsoft, Upstart, NXTSOFT, UPSTART

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210623005369/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210623005369/en/
    Quote from David Brasfield, CEO of NXTsoft, on the partnership with Upstart, a leading AI lending platform partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit.
  • NXTsoft is excited to partner with Upstart to streamline and scale their ability to onboard new partners to their smarter, AI-based credit decisioning that facilitates a modern, all-digital lending experience.
  • NXTsoft is the market leader in secure, comprehensive, and complete workflow API connectivity, connecting Fintech companies to banks and credit unions throughout the United States.
  • Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) is a leading AI lending platform partnering with banks to expand access to affordable credit.

According to a new study from Vorys eControl, 77% of brand manufacturers say their online marketplaces are growing faster than their traditional wholesale business

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Articles, Economy, Online marketplace, Brand, Grey market, Economic systems

Brand decision makers tell us that an average of 36% of their digital sales happen specifically on online marketplaces.

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  • Brand decision makers tell us that an average of 36% of their digital sales happen specifically on online marketplaces.
  • Over three-quarters also say that marketplace sales are growing faster than their traditional wholesale business, and 62% say the same of their DTC sales.
  • The study found that brand manufacturers are concerned about managing online marketplaces in terms of:
    Gray market and counterfeit issues.
  • 87% of brand manufacturer decision makers surveyed agree that gray market sales are a problem on online marketplaces.