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TrueLayer launches Bank on File for recurring payments
Payment Technologies

TrueLayer launches Bank on File for recurring payments

Recurring payments can now be authorised directly from UK bank accounts, with live use already underway for investing and rent.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
The UK's subscription economy crackdown and what this means for tech businesses
Data Protection

The UK's subscription economy crackdown and what this means for tech businesses

Tech firms face refund-system upgrades and tighter cancellation rules as the UK delays its new subscription regime until Spring 2027.

By Tom Gates • 3 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026
Migration strain exposes partner capacity challenges
Customer Relationship Management

Migration strain exposes partner capacity challenges

Partners face mounting strain as PSTN migration collides with day-to-day demand, threatening customer service and new business growth.

By Will Morey • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026
Oboloo launches free procurement software for SMEs
Software-as-a-Service

Oboloo launches free procurement software for SMEs

Smaller businesses and charities can now track suppliers and contracts in one system, as rising cost pressures make missed renewals more costly.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2026
UK firms back bank-led recurring payments over cards
Fintech

UK firms back bank-led recurring payments over cards

Recurring billing firms could cut costs and failed collections as 73% say card payments still cause persistent operational headaches.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2026

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Hello Clever launches Clever Connect for platforms
Software-as-a-Service

Hello Clever launches Clever Connect for platforms

Platforms handling multi-party payments could cut delays and reconciliation work as Hello Clever ties funds to real-time domestic rails.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
Dicker Data launches CrowdStrike MSSP model in ANZ
Digital Transformation

Dicker Data launches CrowdStrike MSSP model in ANZ

Small and mid-market customers could get simpler access to CrowdStrike's Falcon platform as Dicker Data adds monthly billing and support for partners.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Audiences are cycling, not stacking: The new retention equation in media and entertainment
Digital Transformation

Audiences are cycling, not stacking: The new retention equation in media and entertainment

Rising prices and content overload are pushing viewers to treat subscriptions as temporary, forcing brands to rethink retention around re-entry.

By Braze • 6 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026
Gainsight launches AI-native renewal service for clients
Software-as-a-Service

Gainsight launches AI-native renewal service for clients

Enterprise software vendors may soon be judged on retention, as Gainsight takes on renewal work directly for customers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
G2A partners with epay on gaming gift cards marketplace
Gaming

G2A partners with epay on gaming gift cards marketplace

Gamers in dozens of markets will gain quicker access to prepaid codes as the marketplace adds hundreds of music, video and game gift cards.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026
Personetics & Atomic partner on in-app deposit switching
Data Analytics

Personetics & Atomic partner on in-app deposit switching

Banks will be able to prompt customers to switch salary payments and bills inside their apps, aiming to boost deposit growth and track uptake.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Visa launches subscription manager for recurring payments
Crypto

Visa launches subscription manager for recurring payments

North American banks can now let cardholders manage recurring charges in-app, as rising subscription use fuels demand for clearer controls.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026

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Subscription Economy stories

Revolut partners OpenAI to add ChatGPT Go to plans
Software-as-a-Service

Revolut partners OpenAI to add ChatGPT Go to plans

Millions of Revolut customers will get OpenAI's ChatGPT Go free for up to a year, as the fintech bundles AI into its paid plans.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Calero wins two 2026 CODiE awards for its platform
Digital Transformation

Calero wins two 2026 CODiE awards for its platform

The latest honours lift its CODiE tally to eight, underlining growing recognition for tools that help firms curb IT and market data spending.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month
Australians cut spending & lean on credit as costs bite
Data Analytics

Australians cut spending & lean on credit as costs bite

Household finances are under growing strain as more Australians dip into savings, cut discretionary spending and lean on credit for essentials.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Karmo & AGL expand EV subscriptions across Australia
Fleet Management

Karmo & AGL expand EV subscriptions across Australia

The tie-up gives Australian drivers a single-fee route into EVs, bundling cars, charging and running costs without a long lease.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026
Revolut launches PayTo in Australia to fight bill shock
Fintech

Revolut launches PayTo in Australia to fight bill shock

Revolut rolls out PayTo in Australia, giving customers real-time control over recurring bills and subscriptions to help curb surprise charges.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026