Netflix’s revenue boost, Amazon’s makeover, and the secret behind loyalty programs

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Netflix is celebrating a huge 17% revenue boost thanks to hits like Baby Reindeer and Bridgerton. If you’re gearing up for the 2024 Paris Olympics,...

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Prime Day sales, Pret backlash, Deezer AI playlists & Netflix Q2 results

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This time, we review Amazon’s big sales record with Prime Day offers, the backlash on Pret’s coffee subscription deal, Deezer’s new AI playlist generator, and...

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The FTC’s dark pattern review, Xbox price hikes, and the streaming re-bundling

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This time, we check the latest results of the FTC’s review of dark patterns in subscriptions. We also share Microsoft’s plans to hike the price...

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Staying on top of subscription tax updates within Recurly

Taxes are just as dynamic as subscriptions. The landscape constantly evolves, bringing new updates you must grasp to ensure compliance and optimize operations. Managing sales taxes can be daunting, and...

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Walmart+ subscription, Netflix changes, Apple's scrutiny, and Fox's Tubi launch

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Walmart+ is on the rise, with over 30% of consumers now subscribing, thanks to improved fulfillment and increased member engagement. Netflix is making waves by...

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Digital resilience in subscriptions, TikTok shop impact, Ferrari's battery subscription, and the future of video subscriptions

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! From tackling digital resilience to the rise of TikTok Shop in beauty and Ferrari's bold electric vehicle strategy, it's been a week packed with tech...

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Adobe’s legal woes, Apple’s BNPL shuts down, and YouTube’s VPN crackdown

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! The FTC and DOJ are taking on Adobe for allegedly making it a nightmare to cancel subscriptions—turns out those sneaky tactics might be illegal! Meanwhile,...

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European subscription market thrives, new ownership trends, Spotify's new premium tier, and strategic price hikes

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! First up, the European subscription market is thriving, even with tight budgets and rising prices. A whopping 60% of Brits would jump on more subscriptions...

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Turning engagement into revenue, zillennials are game changers, Spotify’s price hike, CTV insights & e-bike subscriptions

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! We've got the inside scoop on how to convert subscriber engagement into revenue with just a single click. Dive into Recurly's game-changing lifecycle engagement tool,...

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How to drive growth and loyalty through the subscriber engagement lifecycle

The subscriber engagement lifecycle is crucial in today's competitive consumer subscription business landscape. Gartner says the customer experience “drives over two-thirds of customer loyalty, outperforming brand and price combined.”...

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Apple News+ soars, BNPL takes over, Verizon streams big & Prime delights with Grubhub goodies

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Apple News+ subscriptions are soaring like never before, leaving top publishers in the dust. NerdWallet's latest report reveals that nearly 25% of Americans are jumping...

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Unlock CFO insights and B2B SaaS trends. Global partnerships, and Alexa’s news subscription

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Ready to dive into the world of subscriptions, growth, partnerships, and tech upgrades? Buckle up, because Recurly's got the scoop on all the latest happenings....

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The power of ‌great payment experiences, Scentbird's sensational scents, and Netflix's ad-supported triumph

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! In this issue, we're diving deep into why the payment experience matters more than you think! It's not just about the transaction; it's about the...

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Spotify's lyric lockdown, The Atlantic's subscription offer, and Southeast Asia's subscription boom

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Spotify has quietly slipped lyrics behind a paywall–it seems like they're nudging free users towards those coveted premium subscriptions. The Atlantic is shaking things up...

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May the subs be with you: Exploring the galactic empire of streaming, loyalty programs, and fashion

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! First stop: May the Fourth festivities! We're diving into the hyperdrive-fueled world of streaming and how it's given the beloved franchise, Star Wars, a fresh...

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America’s streaming habits, Amazon's new subscription, and Paramount's binge-worthy shopping spree

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Ah, spring—the season of sunshine, blooming flowers, and…Recurly product launches. In the realm of entertainment, American TV habits are taking a wild turn as viewers...

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Spring 2024 release launch summary

Spring is the time when we dust off the lawnmower, uncover the patio furniture, and wash the windows (I’m tired already). It’s also the time when we at Recurly launch...

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Insights on scalability, millennials shift to online subscriptions, and Gmail's new "Manage Subscriptions" feature

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! First up, we've got Tony Allen, CTO at Recurly, spilling the beans on scalability and top-notch performance management as the secret sauce behind subscription business...

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You asked. Recurly delivered. More built-in benchmarks.

In January, we shared exciting news—the inclusion of built-in benchmarks in Recurly Reporting & Analytics. Your responses were overwhelmingly positive, so we’ve come back with more!  Six new...

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Flying pups, healthcare debates, and checkout demands

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! First, let's talk about flying pups. Bark, the genius behind BarkBox and a proud Recurly customer, is taking our furry friends to cloud nine with...

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Digital media subscriptions, Spotify's new tiers, Visa's handy tool, Paramount+'s Super Bowl prep, and X's rewards

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Let's talk about the explosive growth in digital media subscriptions. It seems like everyone's hopping on the subscription train, and it's not slowing down anytime...

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Alaska Airlines' new subscription, BNPL is booming, and the beat of streaming & publishing subscriptions

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Buckle up, turn up the tunes, and get ready to dive into the world of subscriptions. First stop: Alaska Airlines and Recurly are teaming up...

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Swipe right on this week's subscription trends in shopping and the future of driving

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! We're diving headfirst into the exciting world of subscriptions, online shopping bliss, and the future of driving—all with a fun twist. We've got some big...

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Payment powerhouses, winning plays in subscriptions, and Target's shipping smash hit

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly, first up, Amazon Pay just scored a win with the RBI, getting the green light to offer online payment solutions to businesses in India. Tony...

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Google Pay exits stage, streaming claims the spotlight, and Tabby makes its entrance

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly, where the latest trends and updates on everything subscription and payments related are served with a side of fun. First up on our radar, we've...

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Charge your gamepads, get your watchlist & wallet ready; Amazon Prime is capturing viewers' attention

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! We've got some piping hot updates in the world of subscriptions and streaming. Twitch is cranking up its prices for the first time ever, Meta...

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Keeping subscribers engaged: Buy Now, Pay Later, Target’s premium membership & more

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! We're prepping for the long weekend and retailers want you to spice up your closet without giving your wallet a workout. Target is all about...

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New sports streaming subscription this fall, YouTube's 100M paid subscribers & more password sharing woes

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! Have you heard the buzz? YouTube just hit a jaw-dropping milestone. For ‌sports enthusiasts, grab your snacks and get ready to cheer from the comfort...

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Shoppable TV, gaming subscriptions, and the ink-soaked wonders of the innovative subscription realm

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! This week, we’re turning our binge-watching sessions into ‌retail therapy. Companies are eyeing a bigger slice of the gaming revenue pie by bundling up their...

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Starting fresh: 2024 State of Subscriptions, in-app purchases & AI-driven products set the stage

Welcome back to Subscriptions Weekly! We're thrilled to bring you insights and updates from the world of payments and subscriptions. From industry reports to groundbreaking developments, the landscape is buzzing...

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Introducing built-in subscription benchmarks

Companies frequently ponder their performance metrics and wonder, "Is this good? How do we stack up against our competitors?" Understanding where you stand in the industry is crucial, and that's...

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