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How to fix the free trial problem

The free trial is a cornerstone of the subscription world. It’s the classic “try before you buy” that lets potential subscribers experience your service, risk-free. But here’s the problem: it’s...

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Easy cancels, easy payments, and mini subscriptions

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! From regulators cracking down on cancellation hurdles to platforms rethinking pricing and payment flows, the subscription economy is evolving fast. The FTC is testing the...

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Streaming shakeups, AI revenue, and SaaS loyalty wins

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This week is all about growth through innovation. ESPN and Fox are shaking up streaming with bold new services, AI is opening sustainable revenue streams...

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Enter the mini subscription: Putting an end to rigid streaming bundles

Streaming giant Sling TV has ushered in a new era of flexibility with the introduction of "mini subscriptions," marking a departure from traditional, rigid, one-size-fits-all bundles. This innovative offering...

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Klarna eyes IPO, UFC joins Paramount+ & streaming shake-ups

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly. From fintech IPO buzz to major streaming mergers and shifting consumer habits, this week’s headlines show how payments, pricing, and platform strategies are evolving to...

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NYT adds 230K subscribers, Spotify raises rates & Roku launches new tier

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! From strategic price shifts to AI-powered engagement, this week’s headlines show how top brands are rethinking growth, and what subscribers expect in return. Let’s get...

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Netflix ad tier surges, Apple targets churn, loyalty tested

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Retention is taking the center stage: Apple is giving developers new tools to reduce churn,  Netflix’s ad-supported tier is growing faster than ever, and Disney+...

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PandaDoc scales smarter, FTC rule blocked & DMCCA takes hold

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This week, we’re spotlighting big shifts — from bold operational wins to sweeping global regulations. PandaDoc cuts reconciliation time by 66% with Recurly’s billing architecture,...

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Everything you need to know about the DMCCA legislation

The relationship between companies and consumers is changing for the better in the UK. For subscription businesses, this shift presents a massive opportunity to build deeper, more meaningful connections with...

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HBO Max returns, AWS subscriptions rise &smarter retention wins

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This time, we’re diving into the bold moves and smart strategies shaping the future of subscriptions. From HBO Max’s high-stakes return to Amazon Web Series’...

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Prime Day deals, ad‑tier battle, and SVOD bundling

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Big action in streaming this week: Prime Day promotions shift the streaming landscape, UK broadcasters fight back in ad‑tier battle, and  bundling becomes mainstream in...

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Ads threaten LTV, Spotify’s bundle review & WhatsApp changes

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This week brought several major developments that highlight both the opportunities and challenges facing subscription businesses. From streaming service changes affecting customer value to regulatory...

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From AI to PIX: Stories shaping subscriber retention in 2025

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This week, four sharp narratives cut through the noise: deeper engagement, retention as growth, AI’s subscriptions, and payment infrastructure. Together, they spotlight the forces shaping next-gen...

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The Economist, INMA, and BNPL shifts are redefining retention

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This week’s highlights showcase a payments evolution in motion. From BNPL expansions and dunning breakthroughs to loyalty gains and smarter engagement scoring, the tools driving long-term...

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How to build a successful career in the subscription industry

From streaming services like Paramount+ to work acceleration tools like Lucid and fashion rental boxes like Nuuly, the subscription industry has taken the world by storm.  Over...

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