The RBA aims to eliminate surcharges on debit and credit cards, but banks are resisting.
Banks’ Credit Card Fee Increases Looming Credit card fees are on the rise, and banks are warning it might soon get harder to earn rewards. This does make one wonder: are we nearing the end of credit card usage as we know it? And what will become of those loyalty programs? Bank Reaction The Reserve […]
Brandon Steiner, a sports memorabilia figure, acquires more than 4 million baseball cards.
Sultan of Swap In a remarkable move, sports memorabilia enthusiast Brandon Steiner has acquired a staggering collection of 4 million trading cards, which notably includes 30 unique Bay Beer Auss. At 66, Steiner has taken possession of this massive collection from Barry Telesnik, a self-described “crazy serial collector” from New Jersey, who values the lot […]
Olivia Cooke and Robin Wright Discuss Portraying Manipulative Characters in ‘The Girlfriend’ After Their Roles in ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘House of Cards’: “You Need to Appreciate the Character You Portray, Regardless of Their Evilness”
Olivia Cook and Robin Wright are known for portraying cunning characters on TV. In Dragon’s House, Wright played Claire Underwood in Card House. Their latest venture, a series called Girlfriend on Prime Video, sees them once again exploring their darker sides as a ruthless mother and a supportive girlfriend, respectively, both determined to keep their […]
Army Secretary: Troops adapting with credit cards as drone combat changes the battlefield
Army Secretary Discusses Adaptive Strategies for Modern Warfare In an interview, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll shared insights on the Army’s innovative approaches to meet evolving threats, particularly with the rise of explosive drones. He remarked that units like the 75th Ranger Regiment can sidestep the lengthy procurement processes typical of the Pentagon, allowing them to […]
Top Reward Credit Cards in the World’s Largest Economy
Credit Card Management in a Changing Economy In today’s unpredictable economic landscape, how individuals handle their credit cards can significantly enhance or detract from their financial experience. The latest JD Power 2025 US Credit Card Satisfaction Survey indicates a growing divide: those with solid financial footing are reporting increased satisfaction, while those facing financial difficulties […]
You can now move Citi ThankYou points from cards with no annual fee to AAdvantage.
City Cards and American Airlines: New Transfer Options City recently revealed that American Airlines has become a transfer partner for earning reward points. Before this, American Airlines Aadvantage was notably absent from the loyalty programs associated with major credit card issuers. Originally, point transfers to American Airlines were limited to certain City Cards that come […]
Private-Label Financing Expanding Quicker Than Standard Credit Cards
Traditional credit cards are feeling the heat when it comes to consumer spending. While they still dominate the American credit landscape, their growth in installment usage is lagging behind that of private label store cards. In fact, private label installment options from retailers for larger purchases have grown at an annual rate of 4.8% over […]
A new leader in credit cards appears as the competition between Amex and Chase intensifies.
Credit Card Rankings Shift as Competition Intensifies American Express and Chase have long vied for the title of America’s most favored credit card. However, recent updates indicate that new contenders are altering the landscape. Bank of America has made a notable leap from fifth to second place, while Capital One secures the third position in […]
Iowa man receives sentence for purchasing $140K in Pokémon cards using company funds
Iowa Man Sentenced for Fraud Over Pokemon Cards An Iowa man has been sentenced to four months in federal prison for wire fraud, having scammed over $140,000 through the purchase of Pokemon cards and other gaming items using illegally charged company credit cards. Mitch William Gross, who is 34, misused credit cards issued by his […]
Travel Cards Are Starting a New Phase and It’s a Competitive Sprint to the Top
The Premium Travel Card Arms Race Back during the Cold War, the U.S., NATO, and the Soviet Union amassed weapons for conflicts that never occurred. Fast forward thirty years, and a similar scenario is evolving in the world of travel rewards—now seen through an array of premium, increasingly expensive travel cards. Okay, comparing credit card […]