Suggested credit card regulations may alter fees and benefits.
Credit Card Benefits May Be at Risk Travel rewards, cashback, and flight points are often significant perks of having a credit card. But what happens if these benefits disappear? In Albuquerque, New Mexico, the potential impact of federal legislation on credit card accounts is concerning. Ashley Fathergill, who owns Upside Goods Co., emphasizes that these […]
New Credit Card Applications Decrease as Banks Focus on Wealthier Customers
Banks seem to be ramping up their marketing efforts for credit cards aimed at high-income consumers, while simultaneously tightening access for those with lower incomes. According to a recent report, the number of new credit card accounts opened in the second quarter fell for the first time in over a year, marking a 5% decrease […]
Democrat AG Accumulates Huge Expense on Taxpayer-Paid Credit Card
Massachusetts AG’s Extensive Travel Expenses Revealed Attorney General Andrea Campbell of Massachusetts has reportedly charged nearly $300,000 to taxpayer-funded credit cards over previous fiscal years, according to a report by the Boston Herald. Between July 2024 and June 2025, her office racked up $288,146.26 on state-issued procurement cards for various expenses, which included international travel […]
Ways for human trafficking survivors to rebuild their credit
Nonprofit Assists Human Trafficking Survivors in Credit Repair A nonprofit organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is stepping up to assist victims of human trafficking in fixing their credit as they move towards rebuilding their lives. Safe Haven Ministry, which supports survivors of domestic abuse and human trafficking, has recently received the means to confirm their […]
Judge restores credit union agency members dismissed by Trump
A federal judge revived two appointees from the Democratic Party at the National Credit Union Agency (NCUA) on Tuesday, a move aimed at countering President Trump’s dismissal of them. This ruling adds to the trend of the courts reversing Trump’s attempts to terminate independent leaders among federal officials. U.S. District Judge Amir Ali issued a […]
Credit card company Imprint surpasses major banks for Rakuten partnership deal
On November 28, 2023, the Lacten Mobile logo was spotted at a branch in Tokyo, Japan. There are newcomers poised to shake up an industry generally controlled by large banks. Imprint, a credit card startup that launched five years ago, has outbid established banks to secure a deal for new co-branded cards with the online […]
Affordable credit cards for small businesses set to launch: Report
The government is looking into a plan for banks to issue credit cards with a £5 lakh limit tailored for micro-enterprises, aimed at addressing immediate working capital requirements at reasonable interest rates. This initiative will also include the first ever credit guarantee cover for such cards. Currently, credit cards offer an interest-free period ranging from […]
Get an Uber One membership with these specific credit cards
Delta Air Lines is broadening its collaboration with Uber, which brings some positive news for Delta Amex cardholders. Certain Delta Card Members can claim new monthly membership credits that will cover the cost of a 6-month or 12-month Uber One subscription. Note that registration is necessary. Additionally, Apple Card users can also benefit from Uber […]
Federal judge overturns decision to exclude medical debt from credit reports
Judge Strikes Down CFPB Rule on Medical Debt A federal judge in Texas recently ruled against a Biden administration initiative aimed at erasing medical debts from credit reports, which was overseen by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Judge Shawn Jordan, a Trump appointee from the Eastern District of Texas, decided on Friday that the […]
RBA calls for a ban on surcharges for debit and credit card payments
Proposed Changes to Credit Card Fees Highlights Potential Savings Protection Banks argue that eliminating extra credit card charges could save consumers approximately $1.2 billion annually. Starting in July 2026, additional fees for debit and credit card payments via EFTPOS, MasterCard, and Visa will be removed. Additionally, the new RBA proposal suggests that businesses utilizing card […]