Your global strategy isn't ready. Here's why.

You’ve got the product. You’ve found market fit. Now, your eyes are on the global prize. You’re thinking about payment gateways. You’re localizing your checkout page. You’re translating your marketing...

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The FTC click-to-cancel rule is gone, but easy cancellations are here to stay

The subscription world was watching closely as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) prepared to roll out its click-to-cancel rule. The provision was clear: if a customer can sign up...

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Q2 Release Round-up: Experience-driven growth

From sign-up to renewal, every detail of the subscriber experience matters. And successfully keeping up with these details demands constant innovation. We understand this challenge — which is why we're...

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Klarna, Disney+, and Scentbird reshape subscriber experiences

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Smarter subscriptions are taking the spotlight: from personalized perks and frictionless payments to flexible checkout and omnichannel journeys. This week’s highlights reveal how major players...

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How to drive growth and loyalty through the subscriber engagement lifecycle

The subscription industry is growing at an unprecedented pace. But with more competitors entering the space, what makes customers stay loyal and engaged? Managing the subscriber engagement lifecycle effectively. According...

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PayPal and X challenge Apple, CFPB softens BNPL stance

Welcome to Subscriptions Weekly! Smarter subscriptions are here — and they’re built to help you get ahead. AI-driven engagement and global-ready payments reveal new ways to move faster, scale smarter,...

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Google unveils AI Ultra, ESPN goes DTC, and ad-supported plans reign supreme

Big shifts continue across the subscription economy: Google introduces AI Ultra, a premium subscription plan for advanced AI tools. ESPN announces a standalone streaming service, marking a significant move away...

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Recurly earns 11 badges in G2 Spring 2025 reports: High performance, leadership, and fast implementation

It’s another season to celebrate here at Recurly! We’re proud to announce that we’ve earned 11 badges in G2’s Spring 2025 reports. These accolades aren’t just numbers on a scoreboard;...

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Understanding intelligent payment retries — and why they’re worth a try

Picture this: Your subscriber’s credit card payment fails. They receive a notice and attempt to fix it, but the process becomes unnecessarily difficult. Frustrated, they cancel the subscription altogether.  Or...

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Product Perspectives: How Recurly helps you avoid Apple App Store commissions

Hi again! I’m Niraj Naik, VP of Product Management and professional “dad joke” teller at Recurly. Welcome back to our Product Perspectives blog series. This time, we’re talking about a...

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NYT grows, Recurly powers up, and Woolworths cuts perks

Big shifts continue across the subscription economy. The New York Times boosts forecasts on bundling success. Shamrock Capital bets on AI-powered subscription services. Recurly just made two major acquisitions to...

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SubSummit honors Recurly as best subscription management platform of 2025

With over 2,000 attendees, 100 speakers, and 3,000 one-on-one meetings, SubSummit is the world’s largest meetup for subscription professionals. It’s where leaders and innovative companies gather to share what’s...

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Apple opens up App Store, Duolingo lifts forecast, Roku expands

Welcome to Subscriptions Weekly! A seismic shift hit the subscription economy this week as Apple was forced to allow external payment links in iOS apps — unlocking major opportunities for...

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Spotify raises prices, Verizon fights churn with AI, and gaming surges

Welcome to Subscriptions Weekly! This week’s headlines spotlight major shifts across the subscription economy — from Spotify’s global price increases to Verizon’s AI-powered churn strategy. We also explore the explosive...

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How Lucid Software went from a startup to a global leader

When Lucid Software first set out to “help teams see and build the future,” their ambition was clear. Fast forward, and they’ve made it possible for over 100 million...

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