Ever heard of a government wanting to give its citizens and tourists points for coming to town and using services? Loyyal’s blockchain-powered loyalty platform is doing exactly that for the government of Dubai. Loyyal CEO and co-founder Greg Simon recently explained why the blockchain, why...
Sometimes buying direct pays — and that is increasingly true when traveling to certain hotels. In an effort to lower the payments hotels pay to online travel websites, Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. and Marriott International are offering exclusive discounts to members of their loyalty programs....
It isn’t points. It may not even be cash back. But it is finding the ‘insight within an insight’ that can change consumer behavior and drive a profitable action. Marti Beller, Group Head of Global Products and Platforms, Loyalty Solutions at MasterCard, tells Karen Webster...
Are you among those just dying to see Broadway’s newest smash hit “Hamilton?” Or trying to get tickets to Justin Bieber’s sold out July show at Madison Square Garden? Or maybe you’re just in the market for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, like having a private dinner...
In today’s digital landscape, where tech-savvy consumers tend to have the upper hand, reaching and engaging with them can be more challenging than ever. A boring email or stale message on social media just won’t cut it – without value, consumers aren’t paying attention. But...
Uber is expanding its loyalty and rewards program through a new partnership with Capital One. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...
Hardcore and casual video game players alike have reached a point during a game where the strategy they used to employ to great effect doesn’t seem to get them past that next enemy or solve that next puzzle. That’s when it pays to put the...
Much has changed since the golden age of air travel. Leg space has shrunk, free checked bags have all but vanished and free seat upgrades to First Class are about as rare as seeing a pig at 30,000 feet. Now, American Airlines is changing one long-held...
Uber has finally come up with a solution to cure its drivers’ woes. The company is rolling out new features in its app that will extend faster payments and loyalty coupons to its drivers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...
