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Today In Payments: Purchases Using Voice-Assistants Up 10 Pct; Afterpay Goes In-Store Nationwide With Major...
News // October 14, 2020

In today’s top news, purchases via voice assistant are up 10 percent year-over-year, and Afterpay is now available in-store nationwide with major retailers. Plus, J.P. Morgan reports third-quarter results that show a strong consumer base. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Deep Dive: Subscription Businesses Feel The Churn
Subscription Commerce // November 12, 2019

Subscription models appeal strongly to both new and established companies for a variety of reasons. Automatic purchases mean businesses can count on a relatively steady revenue stream month to month, and make long-term decisions based on more accurate financial information. Get the Full Story Complete...

The Hidden Fraud That Spells Big Marketplace Losses
Security & Fraud // October 14, 2019

Everyone loves a good, free introductory offer: the month of free access to a streaming service, the free lift from a ridesharing service, the free meal kit delivered right to the front door. Brands know that customers like these offers, which is, of course, why...

Mastercard Slams Brakes On Subscription Auto Opt-In Billing
Mastercard // January 17, 2019

Mastercard has announced that it is introducing new rules for merchants that offer free trials, requiring them to get cardholder approval when the trial ends before they start billing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Interviews & Exclusives
Amazon, Walmart Dangle Free Subscriptions to Boost July Savings Days Sales

July 07, 2023
Hooking consumers with the privileges of subscription membership is worth offering trial giveaways for Amazon and Walmart. 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 Today. By completing this form, you agree […]

The Hidden Fraud That Spells Big Marketplace Losses

October 14, 2019
Everyone loves a good, free introductory offer: the month of free access to a streaming service, the free lift from a ridesharing service, the free meal kit delivered right to...

How Subscriptions Are Changing What Consumers Buy (To Own)

October 27, 2017
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How The ‘Debbie Test’ Can Flag Sketchy Merchants

October 10, 2017
“Does this merchant pass the Debbie Test?” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Quick Reads
Mastercard Slams Brakes On Subscription Auto Opt-In Billing

January 17, 2019
Mastercard has announced that it is introducing new rules for merchants that offer free trials, requiring them to get cardholder approval when the trial ends before they start billing. 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 […]