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.

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How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?

How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?
How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?
October 15, 2018  |  Consumer Finance

In 2009, consumers first coined the term “Whole Paycheck” as a tongue-in-cheek way to describe the sticker shock many felt when looking at their receipts...

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Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora Boost Smart Speaker Growth
Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora Boost Smart Speaker Growth
October 09, 2018  |  Subscriptions

A new study has found that the smart speaker and music streaming markets are becoming more interdependent. According to CNBC, market research firm AudienceNet conducted...

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Book Subscriptions Turn The Next Digital Page
Book Subscriptions Turn The Next Digital Page
October 04, 2018  |  Retail

Brick-and-mortar retailers are turning to subscriptions as a way to complement their in-store selections. For example, Walmart unveiled a new eBook offering in August dubbed Walmart...

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How Picfair Plans To Shake Up Shutterstock (And Photo Marketplaces)
How Picfair Plans To Shake Up Shutterstock (And Photo Marketplaces)
October 03, 2018  |  Matchmakers

Before Benji Lanyado founded photography marketplace Picfair, he was a journalist covering the travel beat for a “publication whose name you would know” facing an ongoing problem....

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Wells Fargo App Update Eyes Recurring SMB Payments Control
Wells Fargo App Update Eyes Recurring SMB Payments Control
October 01, 2018  |  B2B Payments

Wells Fargo announced Monday (Oct. 1) the release of Control Tower, an addition to its mobile app that allows small business and consumer customers to...

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Ford’s Canvas Road Tests Vehicle Subscriptions
Ford’s Canvas Road Tests Vehicle Subscriptions
September 26, 2018  |  Subscription Commerce

For short-term transportation needs, Uber and Zipcar can work well, but longer-term stints often involve costlier options, like buying a vehicle or signing a years-long...

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For SiriusXM, Pandora Or Pandora’s Box?
For SiriusXM, Pandora Or Pandora’s Box?
September 25, 2018  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

It’s been said that you never set foot in the same river twice. Or stream, for that matter – and let’s extend that to “streaming...

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NEW REPORT: With Canvas, Ford Test Drives Auto Rental Subscriptions
NEW REPORT: With Canvas, Ford Test Drives Auto Rental Subscriptions
September 25, 2018  |  Subscription Commerce

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Uber Tries To Win London’s Heart Through Its Stomach
Uber Tries To Win London’s Heart Through Its Stomach
September 21, 2018  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

London keeps calling to Uber, which has had a rough time in the U.K. capital. The latest developments involve a protest and possible acquisition, but...

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