subscription commerce

The use of a recurring, usually monthly, payment business model so consumers and businesses can access products and services on a regular basis. The most popular subscription commerce businesses are streaming services (e.g. Spotify, Netflix), digital media (e.g. Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg), “box of the month” categories (e.g. StitchFix, Barkbox, FabFitFun). Businesses use the subscription commerce model to make access to valuable products more affordable by eliminating the need to make a one-time purchase, e.g. Salesforce, Microsoft Office, fraud and security software).

Netflix to Acquire Finland’s Next Games
Netflix to Acquire Finland’s Next Games
March 02, 2022  |  Acquisitions

Netflix will acquire Finnish mobile games maker Next Games, the streaming giant said on its website Tuesday (March 1). “Since I joined Netflix last summer,...

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PYMNTS Intelligence: Why Seamless Payments Are Key for Latin America’s Growing Subscription Economy
PYMNTS Intelligence: Why Seamless Payments Are Key for Latin America’s Growing Subscription Economy
March 01, 2022  |  Latin America

The global health crisis prompted consumers worldwide to experiment with new hobbies and consume new media. Extra time at home, as well as limits on...

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Today in the Connected Economy: Amazon Teams With Teladoc
Today in the Connected Economy: Amazon Teams With Teladoc
February 28, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Teladoc Health launches a partnership with Amazon, while General Motors prepares to launch dozens of new subscription services. Also, the...

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Paramount on Why Payment Choice Drives Streaming Subscribers in LatAm
Paramount on Why Payment Choice Drives Streaming Subscribers in LatAm
February 25, 2022  |  Latin America

Homebound consumers worldwide tapped virtual channels to conduct their grocery and retail shopping or to stream movies, TV and music throughout the pandemic, leading to...

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Walmart Woos Consumers With 3-Week Sales Event for Walmart+ Subscription Service
Walmart Woos Consumers With 3-Week Sales Event for Walmart+ Subscription Service
February 24, 2022  |  Subscriptions

Walmart launching a three-week program of sales with the goal of adding new members and keeping existing members of the Walmart+ subscription service, CNBC reported...

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Airline Subscription Plans Could Be Blueprint for Travel Industry Recovery, Loyalty
Airline Subscription Plans Could Be Blueprint for Travel Industry Recovery, Loyalty
February 24, 2022  |  Subscriptions

At a time when consumer demand for subscription-based products is high, and companies are eager to tap fresh sources of recurring revenue, Alaska Airlines’ new...

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PYMNTS Intelligence: How Subscriber-Controlled Plan Options Can Drive Customer Satisfaction and Engagement
PYMNTS Intelligence: How Subscriber-Controlled Plan Options Can Drive Customer Satisfaction and Engagement
February 17, 2022  |  Subscription Commerce

Subscription eCommerce solved many a dilemma for both consumers and retailers when the pandemic shut down in-store shopping, and the trend shows few signs of...

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How FabFitFun Works to Drive Subscriber and Brand Loyalty
How FabFitFun Works to Drive Subscriber and Brand Loyalty
February 16, 2022  |  Subscription Commerce

Savvy subscription providers see an opportunity to blend the consumer’s desire to indulge in self-care with community-driven online experiences. Lifestyle subscription box provider FabFitFun's Michael...

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Special Perks and Social Media Connections Boost Subscriber Loyalty, Build Community
Special Perks and Social Media Connections Boost Subscriber Loyalty, Build Community
February 15, 2022  |  Subscription Commerce

Subscription eCommerce seemed tailor-made for consumers and businesses when the pandemic shuttered storefronts. Subscriptions served homebound consumers’ needs on a remote, recurring basis while offering...

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