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Dana E. Neuts

Dana Neuts is Subscription Insider's Editorial Director, covering our daily subscription news as well as member features, case studies, premium content, and reports. Dana is also a writer, editor, marketer and communications professional. Her work has appeared in AARP Bulletin, The Seattle Times, Seattle Business, 425 Business, 425 Magazine, South Sound Magazine, Northwest Travel and more. Her specialties include business writing, community news, senior issues, travel and, of course, subscriptions!

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CBS Reports Record Revenue of $3.3 Billion for Q3 2019

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CBS Corporation reported record revenue of $3.30 billion for the third quarter of 2019, compared to $3.26 billion for the same period last year. Third quarter revenue represents a 1% increase year-over-year. The company also reported that affiliate and subscription free revenue grew by 12% during the quarter, driven by increases in fees from CBS affiliated television stations, retransmission revenues and growth in the companys direct-to-streaming services revenue.

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Amazon Tops Company Record with Cyber Monday 2019

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Cyber Monday 2019 yielded record sales of $9.4 billion, a 19% increase over 2018, says Forbes. Amazon did its fair share of sales, making Cyber Monday 2019 the single biggest shopping day in company history. Though the company didnt share specific sales totals, they noted that customers worldwide purchased hundreds of millions of products between Thanksgiving Day and Cyber Monday. Among the top purchased items were Amazon devices, including the Echo Dot, Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa voice remote, Kindle devices and Fire tablets, also breaking company records.

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Fisker to Launch All-Electric Luxury SUV Subscription for $379

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Last week, Fisker Inc. announced its plans to enter the vehicle subscription market. The company will offer consumers early access to the Fisker Ocean, an all-electric luxury SUV, via subscription for $379 a month. Prospective subscribers can reserve their Fisker Ocean now for $250, which is fully refundable. Unfortunately, eager drivers will have to wait until 2022 to take delivery on their cars. Much like a lease, subscribers will have to make a down payment of $2,999 before receiving their vehicles. Customers with approved credit also have the option to finance the down payment.

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Salt Lick Launches Subscription Service for BBQ Meats and Merch

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Whats better than good ol Texas BBQ brisket and pork ribs? Getting them delivered right to your door. Popular Texas restaurant Salt Lick is making that dream come true with its own monthly subscription service, reports Restaurant Business. For $89.25 a month, subscribers will receive a selection of Salt Lick branded barbecue meats, sauces and merchandise. Among the world-famous Texas treats are brisket, sausage, turkey and other Salt Lick-worthy meats that will be fully cooked before being shipped overnight or via two-day delivery. Starting January 14, 2020, the subscription boxes will be shipped the fourth Tuesday of each month.

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Transitioning to Recurring Revenue with Software Licensing

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It’s no secret software developers and hardware companies are moving toward subscription billing models. Why? Because it improves the customer experience, increases revenue consistency and predictability, drives higher customer retention, and more! In this on-demand webinar, we will help you understand the essentials for transitioning your enterprise software to a recurring licensing model to help you prepare your business for recurring licensing success.

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Scribd Raises $58 Million in Equity Financing from Spectrum Equity

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Scribd has much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. The 12-year-old eBook company announced on Monday it has raised $58 million in equity financing in a funding round led by Spectrum Equity. Scribd will use the investment to further its growth and product innovation, enhance operations and support the companys mission to change how the world reads. Were excited to partner with Spectrum Equity, a firm with deep expertise in high growth subscription businesses…”

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PayPal to Buy Honey for $4 Billion to Expand Commerce Capabilities

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Last week, PayPal announced it plans to buy shopping and rewards platform Honey Science Corporation (Honey) for $4 billion to expand its ecommerce capabilities. TechCrunch reports that the $4 billion price tag will be paid in mostly cash. The acquisition, which is PayPals largest to date, will accelerate growth for both companies, allowing them to provide enhanced shopping experiences for customers while driving sales and conversions for merchants.

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Essentials For Scaling Your Subscription Business: Preparing Your Operations For Financial Growth

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Only 1% of start-ups effectively grow into a medium- or large-sized business. If your company is not prepared to scale from start-up to beyond, your business will not achieve its true potential. In this on-demand video, Kathy Greenler Sexton, CEO of Subscription Insider and Raj Sabhlok, President of Zoho discuss key issues, trends and tactics for successfully scaling your subscription business.

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Harry & David Launches Subscription Box Service with Monthly Treats

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Just in time for holiday shopping, Harry & David has announced a new food subscription service which delivers tasty treats directly to subscribers or gift recipients doors each month. This new, pay-as-you-go subscription service features the gourmet companys most popular sweet and savory treats, including Moose Munch Premium Popcorn and Chocolate Decadence Cake. Shoppers can also choose one of Harry & Davids five new curated discovery boxes, each available for $29.99. These boxes are themed Sweets, Variety, Pantry, Fruit and Premium Popcorn and offer a rotating selection each month.

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Weekly Subscription News: McClatchy, Malware and Meal Kits

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In this weeks subscription headlines, McClatchy is struggling financially, forcing it to explore creative options – including a possible sale; meal kit subscription service Plated is serving its last meal at the end of this month; and Android malware disguises itself as an ad blocker, wreaking havoc on those who have downloaded it. Also this week, Hulu will raise its live TV price by $10 a month, Disney+ content warnings have offended some subscribers, and GateHouse and Gannett shareholders approve the mega-merger.

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