subscriptions

The subscription business model is a business model in which a customer must pay a recurring price at regular intervals for access to a product. The model was pioneered by publishers of books and periodicals in the 17th century, and is now used by many businesses and websites.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Apple Yields to EU Demands on Music Streaming
Apple Yields to EU Demands on Music Streaming
April 07, 2024  |  Apple

Apple has reversed course in the battle over music-streaming services in Europe. The tech giant said Friday (April 5 it has accepted demands by the European...

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Funds Pour in for D2C Wine as Millennials Seek Boozy Subscriptions
Funds Pour in for D2C Wine as Millennials Seek Boozy Subscriptions
April 05, 2024  |  Subscriptions

With younger generations getting more of their day-to-day needs met via direct-to-consumer (D2C) subscriptions, investors are backing eCommerce wine platforms by the millions. Most recently,...

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Retailers Simplify Loyalty Programs to Increase Consumer Frequency
Retailers Simplify Loyalty Programs to Increase Consumer Frequency
April 05, 2024  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Consumers want loyalty rewards, but not if it means having to work their way through a complicated digital interface. Retailers including Albertsons and PetSmart are updating their programs to...

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Disney to Start Limiting Password Sharing in June
Disney to Start Limiting Password Sharing in June
April 04, 2024  |  Streaming

The Walt Disney Co. will start limiting password sharing for its streaming services in June. The crackdown on the practice will begin in a few countries...

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Cash-Strapped Consumers Splurge on Streaming Services
Cash-Strapped Consumers Splurge on Streaming Services
April 04, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

When consumers facing financial pressures carve out room in their budgets to treat themselves, PYMNTS Intelligence research reveals, it is often to enjoy their favorite...

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Card Networks, FinTechs Help Consumers Navigate Subscriptions Maze
Card Networks, FinTechs Help Consumers Navigate Subscriptions Maze
April 03, 2024  |  Subscriptions

From Netflix and Spotify to Amazon Prime, it’s increasingly common for consumers to maintain multiple subscriptions. However, juggling these subscriptions across a web of apps...

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Visa Adds Subscription Manager to Digital Enablement Suite for Issuers
Visa Adds Subscription Manager to Digital Enablement Suite for Issuers
April 03, 2024  |  VISA

Visa launched a new Subscription Manager service that financial institutions can provide to Visa cardholders. The new service provides a single place where consumers can see...

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Gopuff Doubles Down on Speed to Drive Paid Memberships
Gopuff Doubles Down on Speed to Drive Paid Memberships
April 02, 2024  |  Delivery

As on-demand delivery platforms compete to drive paid memberships in an effort to win consumers’ loyalty in the crowded space, Gopuff is looking to speedy...

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Hulu, Disney+ Bundle Gives Streaming Subscriptions Monetization Boost
Hulu, Disney+ Bundle Gives Streaming Subscriptions Monetization Boost
April 01, 2024  |  Streaming

Streaming subscription commerce has become a cornerstone of modern entertainment, offering users access to a vast array of content with a simple tap on their...

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