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Digital life
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

People are expanding their 'families' to afford streaming subscriptions

More Americans are sharing subscription services with friends and strangers to save money as costs rise.
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Disney is winding down the Hulu app - here's what subscribers need to know

Disney plans to fully integrate Hulu into Disney+, making the standalone Hulu app disappear by 2026. Most Hulu content is already available on Disney+.
Television
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Live: Will Arista Networks (ANET) Soar After 2Q Earnings

Arista's AI-accelerated Etherlink switches are projected to drive Q2 sales to $2.11 billion.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Spotify expands audiobooks access to family plan members in the US for the first time | TechCrunch

Spotify's new Audiobooks+ plan offers enhanced audiobook access for U.S. subscribers and their household members.
Digital life
fromAol
3 weeks ago

Spotify (SPOT) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Advertising growth has lagged expectations, with improvements taking longer to show results.
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Battlefield 6 Is Not On Game Pass But Is Coming To A Subscription Service

EA Play Pro subscribers will gain early access to the Battlefield 6 open beta from August 7-8, ahead of the general public release later in August.
Video games
fromYoga Journal
4 weeks ago

A New Way to Subscribe to Yoga Journal-and Access Literally All of Our At-Home Practice Videos

Outside Digital subscription offers unlimited access to Yoga Journal and other Outside Network publications.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

What Happens to Your Data If You Stop Paying for Cloud Storage?

OneDrive reverts to 5 GB of storage after subscription cancellation, and files go to read-only if the limit is exceeded.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Mobile subscriptions are shedding unique indie games in search of a bigger audience

Subscription services like Netflix and Apple Arcade initially provided a platform for premium indie mobile games, but the quality and quantity are declining.
fromInfoQ
1 month ago

Grab Switches from SQS and Redis to Temporal for Its Subscription Platform

Grab's new architecture for GrabUnlimited, based on Temporal, significantly enhanced user experience and reduced production incidents by 80%. The restructuring addressed performance problems faced by the subscription platform.
Digital life
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Spotify's new 30-hour audiobook plans are too short to finish long books

Spotify launched two Audiobooks Plus subscriptions for Premium users that increase audiobook limits to 30 hours.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Larry Magid: Paying forever? Subscriptions are taking over tech

Subscription models have replaced traditional ownership of software and services, requiring ongoing payments for access.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Apple News+ adds a new game that uses emoji and Genmoji to sovle puzzles | TechCrunch

The Emoji Game is a part logic, part word game inspired by how we use emojis to communicate. Players try to solve phrases using emojis.
Apple
E-Commerce
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 month ago

Sirius, long commercial-free in cars, is betting on advertising to capture new listeners

SiriusXM has launched an ad-supported subscription plan to attract more customers and increase revenue.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Elon Musk's Grok is making AI companions, including a goth anime girl | TechCrunch

Musk announced that AI companions such as Ani and Bad Rudy are now available in the Grok app for Super Grok subscribers at a rate of $30 per month.
Artificial intelligence
#streaming
fromTheWrap
1 month ago
Television

How Brandon TV Grew Its Streaming Audience by 40% Without a Marketing Budget | Exclusive

fromTheWrap
1 month ago
Television

How Brandon TV Grew Its Streaming Audience by 40% Without a Marketing Budget | Exclusive

#ftc
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Biden-era FTC rule on 'click-to-cancel' blocked at 11th hour because of failure to do preliminary analysis

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Biden-era FTC rule on 'click-to-cancel' blocked at 11th hour because of failure to do preliminary analysis

fromWIRED
1 month ago

The 'Click-to-Cancel' Rule Was Killed, but Consumer Advocates Could Revive It

Eighth Circuit struck down FTC's 'Click to Cancel' rule, aimed at simplifying subscription cancellations for consumers.
Privacy professionals
fromThe New York Sun
1 month ago

Subscription Traps To Persist as Court Nixes FTC's 'Click-to-Cancel' Rule Days Before It Was Set To Take Effect

The Eighth Circuit Court vacated the FTC's 'click-to-cancel' rule, citing key procedural failures in its development.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

A look at California's new auto-renewal law

California's auto-renewal law enhances consumer protections against unexpected charges from subscriptions and free trials.”],
extendedSummary
California's auto-renewal law (AB 2863) enhances consumer protections against automatic charges from subscriptions and free trials. Businesses must clearly outline trial durations, post-signup fees, and billing frequency before collecting payment information. Active consent from consumers is mandatory before any auto-renewal charges. Companies must provide a confirmation of terms, including cancellation instructions, after signup. Cancellation must be straightforward, utilizing the same method as sign-up. Additionally, long-term subscription companies must remind consumers annually of active subscriptions and notify them in advance (at least seven days) of any price increases.
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fromZDNET
1 month ago

Add Paramount+, STARZ, and more to your Prime Video account for just $0.99 a month - here's how

Amazon Prime members can access add-on streaming services for as low as $0.99 a month for the first two months.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

FBC: Firebreak Launch Wasn't What Studio Hoped For, But Remedy Isn't Giving Up

"One of the great things about an online game like FBC: Firebreak is that we receive a wealth of player data and community feedback to inform our decision-making."
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

PlayStation Plus Free Games For July 2025 Revealed

PlayStation Plus subscribers can look forward to July's free games including Diablo 4, King of Fighters 15, and Jusant, available from July 1.
Video games
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: What Mark Walter's ownership might mean for local fans watching the Dodgers and Lakers

Fans seek a unified sports subscription to avoid paying multiple services.
Ownership changes might impact broadcasting but are unlikely to favor consolidation soon.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Three months of Audible is free for Amazon Prime members right now - here's how

Amazon Prime Day offers a three-month free trial of Audible to Prime members, enhancing the audiobook experience for casual readers.
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Samsung considering subscription model for Samsung Health

Samsung may introduce a subscription model for Samsung Health, providing advanced features to premium users.
One UI 8 Watch launches with new Health features, some potentially behind a paywall.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Adobe launches genius new mobile app for content creators

Users are solely to blame for the influx of poor AI content, as laziness and greed drive the desire to generate quick, revenue-producing material.
Artificial intelligence
#patreon
fromLindsey Gamble
2 months ago
Podcast

Patreon Increases Prices for New Creators as It Moves to a 10 Percent Standard Plan Starting August 2025 - Lindsey Gamble

fromLindsey Gamble
2 months ago
Podcast

Patreon Increases Prices for New Creators as It Moves to a 10 Percent Standard Plan Starting August 2025 - Lindsey Gamble

Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 months ago

Coinbase Announces Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card, Offering Up To 4% BTC Back On Everything

Coinbase is launching a credit card with American Express, offering Bitcoin rewards to subscribers.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Snapchat's latest subscription tier will get you 'hundreds' of lenses

Snapchat launches Lens Plus subscription for enhanced AR experiences.
Lens Plus offers exclusive lenses, including an AI-powered video lens.
Snap's Specs AR glasses will debut in 2026, highlighting lens capabilities.
#amazon
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

HP All in Plan and OfficeJet Pro, Tested and Reviewed

Printing has shifted from a household essential to an office-based task, with subscription services like HP All In making it easier for occasional use.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A top IT consulting firm rips up its traditional billing playbook for the AI era

Globant adopts a subscription-based pricing model for AI consulting, transforming traditional billing practices into a token-based system.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Claude Pro's two new features make this AI subscription even more enticing

Anthropic enhances its AI capabilities with the Claude Pro plan, adding features that set it apart from competitors.
Parenting
fromDaily Mom magazine
2 months ago

5 Best Diaper Subscriptions Honest Baby Diaper/Wipe Reviews

Diaper subscriptions help prevent emergencies for new parents by ensuring reliable supply of diapers and wipes.
They save money and reduce waste while providing quality products for babies.
#video-games
fromVG247
3 months ago
Video games

Shuhei Yoshida warns of the dangers of subscription services for video game developers, as I stare soullessly at the five monthly bank charges for games I don't play

fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

PlayStation's Approach To Video Game Subscriptions Is "Healthier" Than Xbox's, Former Exec Says

Video games
fromVG247
3 months ago

Shuhei Yoshida warns of the dangers of subscription services for video game developers, as I stare soullessly at the five monthly bank charges for games I don't play

Shuhei Yoshida expressed concerns about video game subscription services potentially limiting creative freedom for third-party and indie developers.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

PlayStation's Approach To Video Game Subscriptions Is "Healthier" Than Xbox's, Former Exec Says

Canada news
fromLindsey Gamble
3 months ago

YouTube Expands Premium Lite Ad-Free Tier to Mexico, Brazil, Canada, and More - Lindsey Gamble

YouTube launches Premium Lite, a cost-effective subscription tier for ad-free content, in five countries.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

CookUnity, The 100% Chef-Led Meal Delivery Platform, Is The Best Protein Hack - Tasting Table

CookUnity offers a diverse and customizable meal delivery service focusing on high-protein options and innovative chef-crafted meals.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
3 months ago

7 Monthly Subscriptions That Help Creators Save Time And Earn More

Creators often juggle full-time jobs and their influencer business, making time management crucial.
Subscription services can greatly enhance the efficiency of creator businesses by automating tasks.
fromCyclingnews
3 months ago

How did watching cycling become so expensive, and what does it say about the business of pro cycling?

Watching cycling events is becoming increasingly expensive, affecting fans' access to major races.
fromThe Drum
3 months ago

Dow Jones and WSJ CMO Sherry Weiss: 'The value of trust will only increase'

Digital media consultant Mark Challinor interviews Sherry Weiss, CMO of Dow Jones, focusing on pivotal growth strategies for 2025 at The Wall Street Journal.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

You can snag a year of Peacock Premium for just $24.99 right now

Now through May 30th, both new and returning subscribers can sign up for a year of ad-supported Peacock Premium for just $24.99. Admittedly, Peacock doesn't carry the same kind of prestige as other services, but it still has plenty to offer in the way of TV shows and movies.
NYC startup
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

Can Automakers Make Car Subscriptions Work?

A significant number of Americans are interested in automotive subscription services.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Wearables firm's endless free hardware upgrades were too good to be true

Whoop published content which most certainly was to influence and convince people to buy the product, that clearly stated there was free upgrades. This has been removed as if it never happened.
Wearables
fromTheWrap
3 months ago

AMC Networks Continues to Suffer From Cable Cord Cutters, Sees 7% Dip in Revenue

AMC Networks reported $555.2 million in revenue for Q1 2025, a drop of 6.9% year-over-year, largely due to declining linear TV subscriptions.
Media industry
Board games
fromPolygon
3 months ago

The best games on Apple Arcade right now

Apple Arcade's value is subjective and depends on individual gaming preferences.
The subscription offers games without ads or microtransactions, though its catalog frequently changes.
Video games
fromCGMagazine
3 months ago

Gaming Industry Biz: Why Game Monetization is Leveling Up

Game monetization has evolved from pay-to-own to complex methods like microtransactions and subscriptions, significantly impacting revenue generation for developers.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

The Secret is Out: This is How So Many Business Owners Keep Learning New Skills | Entrepreneur

Headway Premium provides concise nonfiction book summaries, making learning efficient for busy professionals.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 months ago

Palworld Dev Says Game Pass Is Great Amid Expedition 33 Sales Cannibalization Debate

Game Pass can boost sales for indie developers despite debates about its impact on overall sales figures.
fromComputerworld
4 months ago

How tariffs will likely hit you in your smart home

With tariffs increasing the costs of smart home accessories, consumers can expect higher prices and decreased product variety as smaller companies struggle to survive.
Tech industry
#uber
fromFuturism
4 months ago
NYC startup

Check Your Credit Card Statement: Uber Is Being Accused of Something Incredibly Sleazy

fromTheregister
4 months ago
European startups

It takes one click to join Uber One and 32 actions to quit

The FTC has filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly enrolling customers in a subscription service without consent and complicating the cancellation process.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
NYC startup

FTC sues Uber over misleading Uber One subscribers

The FTC sued Uber for deceptive practices related to Uber One subscriptions.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Check Your Credit Card Statement: Uber Is Being Accused of Something Incredibly Sleazy

Uber is accused of deceptive practices in subscription management, making cancellation difficult for users.
European startups
fromTheregister
4 months ago

It takes one click to join Uber One and 32 actions to quit

The FTC has filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly enrolling customers in a subscription service without consent and complicating the cancellation process.
Media industry
fromAndroid Authority
4 months ago

I tried YouTube Premium Lite and I'm never going back to the full subscription

YouTube Premium Lite offers an essential ad-free experience at a reduced cost, catering to users who do not require additional features.
Podcast
fromPodcaster News
4 months ago

Acast Teams Up With Supercast To Help Podcasters Maximize Subscription Revenue - Podcaster News

Acast has partnered with Supercast to enhance podcast subscription services, providing creators with significant tools for revenue growth.
The partnership enables podcasters to leverage better support and analytics for increased engagement and revenue.
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

FTC Sues Uber Over Alleged "Deceptive" Subscription Practices

The FTC's legal filing against Uber highlights the challenges consumers face in canceling their Uber One subscription, including excessive steps to complete the process.
Alternative transportation
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Uber added people to its Uber One subscription program without their consent, an FTC lawsuit says

"Americans are tired of getting signed up for unwanted subscriptions that seem impossible to cancel," FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson said.
NYC startup
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Uber deceiving customers about $9.99 Uber One service, making it hard to cancel: FTC lawsuit

The FTC sued Uber for allegedly signing up users for Uber One without consent and providing misleading claims about the service.
Digital life
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

When Life Requires a Subscription Fee

Black Mirror's new season critiques the dangers of subscription-based services and our overdependence on technology through the episode 'Common People.'
fromMedium
6 months ago

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix employs innovative UX principles to convert users from free to paid subscriptions, ultimately acquiring 200 million paid users.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

How to clean up Google Photos to save space-and money

Cloud storage, including Google Drive and iCloud, presents a growing financial burden, as users contend with the high costs associated with managing vast amounts of digital memories.
Digital life
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