Five on Friday: Tipping, TSA and Top Subscription Jobs
Streamlabs launches recurring monthly tipping service, Axel Springer buys POLITICO, and Microsoft announces Oct. 5 launch of Windows 11.
Spotify Reports Subscriber and Revenue Growth in Q2, Ahead of Expectations
Spotify reported subscriber and revenue growth in the second quarter of 2021, ahead of expectations.
25 Reasons Your Payments Fail and What You Can Do About It
Don’t forget the “Forgotten Funnel” at the back end of your business to keep a healthy volume of loyal, paying customers. Here then are 25 reasons why a payment might be declined in your subscription-based business. Gravy.io’s Casey Graham outlines strategies to recover all 25 of them.
Gannett Reports ‘Strong First Quarter’ Despite Revenue Dip and Huge Net Loss
Though Gannett touts a strong first quarter, the media organization posted decreased revenue and a $142.3 million net loss.
Online Community Platform Mighty Networks Raises $50M to Expand
Online community platform Mighty Networks raises $50 million to expand and offer opportunities to more creators.
Reuters Reveals New Subscription Website and Metered Paywall
Reuters News is the latest media organization to go the route of the metered paywall at a cost of $34.99 a month.
A Pair of Billionaires Outbids Alden Global Capital for Tribune Publishing
A pair of billionaires outbids hedge fund Alden Global Capital for Tribune Publishing by $50 million.
Medium Pivots Business Model Again
In a move reminiscent of MoviePass, publishing platform Medium pivots its business model again, resulting in layoffs and leadership changes.
Verizon Media Group Bets Big on Yahoo Plus Subscriptions
Verizon Media bets big on Yahoo Plus premium subscriptions including Mail, Finance, Protect and Fantasy.
Classmates.com to Pay up to $550K for Violating California Auto-Renewal Law
PeopleConnect Inc., parent of Classmates.com, has settled a lawsuit in California for up to $550K, for violating auto-renewal laws in the state.
