October 02, 2023
Netflix’s Merchandise Moves Highlight the Rise of Connected, Contextual Commerce  

In 2018, writing about the ways in which mobile devices and technology changed the world, PYMNTS CEO Karen Webster noted: “In the three-plus decades since consumers were first introduced to a...

September 28, 2023
Flutterwave CEO: African Consumers Need Faster and Secure Payments to...

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, has all the tools for success in today’s connected global economy. But despite its economic prowess, restricted access to foreign currencies remains a major hurdle that...

September 27, 2023
Report: Disney+ Canadian Subscriber Agreement Reveals Crackdown on Account Sharing

The Walt Disney Co. has reportedly begun taking steps to restrict account sharing on its Disney+ streaming platform. The subscriber agreement for the upcoming launch of its ad-supported service tier in...

September 27, 2023
Utah Jazz Launches D2C Streaming Platform as Niche Subscriptions Emerge

As more types of businesses look to the streaming subscription model to drive revenue, NBA team the Utah Jazz has launched a paid Jazz+ service. The team’s owner, Smith Entertainment...

September 22, 2023
Amazon to Launch Ad-Supported and Ad-Free Prime Video Options in...

Amazon will include “limited advertisements” on Prime Video shows and movies beginning in 2024. The streaming service will also offer an ad-free option at additional cost, Amazon said in a...

September 21, 2023
YouTube Leads PYMNTS’ Provider Ranking of Streaming Apps

PYMNTS’ Provider Ranking of Streaming Apps dives into the world of entertainment. Here are insights into the dynamic landscape of the top music and video streaming platforms as compared to...

September 20, 2023
Skechers Joins Brands Launching Restaurants to Build Consumer Connections

At a Skechers location in Gardena, Calif., shoppers can buy not only shoes, but also a burger and fries — the latest instance of a non-food company opening up a...

September 18, 2023
CE 100 Index Adds 0.8% as Bank Sector Surges Amid...

The Banking group, overall, was up 3.9%. And within that sector, several marquee names announced management changes or initiatives designed to revamp operations. Citi added 5.2%. As reported here, Citi said this...

September 14, 2023
Report: Disney+ Faces Subscriber Shortfall After Price Hikes

Walt Disney Co.‘s streaming service, Disney+, has reportedly encountered obstacles in meeting its subscriber targets, according to sources familiar with the matter. The company’s goal of reaching 215 million to...