Why I’m content to keep my Capital One Venture X Rewards card for a third year
I’ve just renewed my Capital One Venture X Rewards credit card for the third year, and surprisingly, I did it without a second thought. Why? Well, it’s pretty straightforward. Each year, I essentially earn more than what I spend on this card, so it feels like a win. This card has proven to deliver excellent […]
Website of anti-Israel group offers rewards for Israeli academics, according to reports.
Reward Offered by Anti-Israel Group for Killing Scholar A website associated with an anti-Israel organization is allegedly offering a reward of up to $100,000 for the assassination of an Israeli academic. The group, known as Justice for Punishment, has laid out explicit goals and compensation, which includes not only the large bounty but also lesser […]
Website allegedly offers $100K rewards for the targeting of numerous Israeli scholars globally, including in the US
A group known for its anti-Zionist stance is offering a reward of up to $100,000 for the assassination of Israeli academics, including a researcher from the U.S. This organization, calling itself the Justice for Punishment movement, claims that these esteemed scholars are involved in child murders. They’ve set a $50,000 price for one Jewish scholar […]
The top rewards cards to include in your wallet for 2025
I began exploring the world of points and miles when I noticed I consistently had extra money after shopping. Initially, I was wary of credit cards, but I’ve come to appreciate how beneficial a good points card can be. Now, I’m working on transforming my wallet into a points-generating machine, enabling me to travel more, […]
How a Visa-Mastercard legal settlement might result in your rewards credit card being declined
Visa and MasterCard Proposal for Settlement in Legal Dispute NEW YORK (AP) — Visa and MasterCard are working on a settlement in a lengthy legal battle with merchants and retailers over transaction fees for card acceptance. This settlement might significantly change how customers use their Visa and Mastercard credit cards, possibly leading to some consumers […]
Rewards or Cash Back? – The Larger Perspective
Rising Costs of Credit Cards It seems like prices are climbing higher these days. There’s been quite a bit of discussion recently, particularly about premium credit cards like the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Amex Platinum. Sure, some of it can be attributed to inflation, but it also appears to be related to changes in business […]
Implications of the Visa and Mastercard legal settlement for your rewards credit card
Settlement Affects Credit Card Swipe Fees This week saw the announcement of a settlement that concludes a long-standing dispute involving Visa, Mastercard, and the fees associated with credit card transactions. Every time a consumer uses a credit card, retailers and service providers incur “swipe” fees. Typically, these fees are around 2% or more per transaction, […]
Will the Visa-Mastercard agreement affect your credit card rewards? Here’s what you should know.
Visa and Mastercard Reach Settlement on Swipe Fees Visa and Mastercard have come to an amended agreement with merchants over a long-running antitrust lawsuit concerning swipe fees. This proposed settlement might give some merchants the option to decline certain Visa and Mastercard transactions or impose extra fees for using those cards at checkout. Here’s what […]
How a Visa-Mastercard legal agreement might result in your rewards credit card being declined
Visa and MasterCard Settlement Proposal Visa and MasterCard are proposing a settlement in a legal battle that has persisted for nearly two decades with merchants and retailers regarding the fees they charge for card acceptance. This settlement could significantly affect how customers use their Visa and Mastercard credit cards and might even lead to some […]
How a legal settlement between Visa and Mastercard might result in your rewards credit card being declined
Visa and MasterCard Offer Settlement in Legal Dispute NEW YORK — Visa and MasterCard have proposed a settlement aimed at resolving a prolonged legal conflict with merchants and retailers regarding the fees associated with card acceptance. This settlement might significantly influence how customers use their Visa and MasterCard credit cards, and could even lead to […]