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Gen Z drives surge in UK tech subscriptions as ownership declines

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UK device subscriptions have surged 57% year-on-year, driven by Gen Z who prefer flexible access over ownership amid rising costs and eco concerns.
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Ecommpay enhances recurring payments, boosting renewal rates by 3%

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Ecommpay's upgraded Subscriptions service boosts recurring payment success, increasing merchant renewal rates by up to 3% and reducing involuntary churn.
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How better billing can boost performance and profits in uncertain times

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Automating billing can boost Australian businesses' profits, cash flow, and customer retention amid rising insolvencies and economic uncertainty.
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BillingPlatform named overall leader in 2025 ISG buyers guide

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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BillingPlatform named Overall Leader and Exemplary Vendor in ISG's 2025 Revenue Recognition Buyers Guide, excelling in usability and ROI among 18 vendors.
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AI & hybrid pricing drive double subscription growth rates

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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Businesses adopting AI with hybrid pricing models see subscription growth rates double, outperforming those who do not adjust pricing alongside AI integration.
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Skymel launches ARIA to unite major AI models in one platform

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Skymel unveils ARIA, an AI assistant uniting ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Perplexity into one seamless platform for unified, accurate user answers.
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Deel hits USD $1 billion run rate milestone amid rapid growth

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Deel surpasses USD $1 billion run rate in Q1 2025, highlighting rapid growth and global expansion less than six years after launching in New Zealand.
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Amazon Prime tops list as most-cancelled subscription app

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Amazon Prime tops the list of most-cancelled subscription apps, with 578,000 monthly cancellation searches, surpassing Disney+ by nearly 45%.
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BillingPlatform Named Leader in Agile Billing by MGI

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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BillingPlatform tops MGI Research’s Agile Billing report, rated highest among 50 vendors for its enterprise-grade, agile billing solutions.
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Amazon Prime tops list as most cancelled app & subscription

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Amazon Prime leads digital subscription cancellations with 578,000 monthly searches, as users reconsider services amid rising costs and tiered pricing models.
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AI & unified platforms shape the future of self-service

Thu, 8th May 2025
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B2C firms are embracing AI-powered self-service platforms to cut costs and boost customer flexibility, enhancing subscription account management.
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Revolut reports record profits in Australia & globally for 2024

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Revolut reported record 2024 results with AUD $4.4m net profit in Australia and USD $1.0bn globally, driven by surging customers and revenues.
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Auctane streamlines billing with expanded BillingPlatform use

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Auctane is expanding its use of BillingPlatform to streamline billing and financial reporting across its growing suite of shipping products worldwide.
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Primer & Cleeng join forces to optimise global payments

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Cleeng has partnered with Primer to enhance global payment operations, aiming to reduce subscriber churn while boosting payment performance across markets.
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Prvidr opens new office in Townsville for tech expansion

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Prvidr has opened a new office in Townsville to better serve its expanding clientele across Queensland, boosting technology job opportunities in the region.
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ExpressVPN partners with Booking.com for business safety

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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ExpressVPN has teamed up with Booking.com for Business to enhance digital security for business travellers, offering 4 months free on a 12-month subscription.
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Kantar reveals rise in UK ad-supported streaming tiers

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Kantar's latest report reveals a surge in ad-supported streaming subscriptions in the UK, rising to 31% amid changing viewer habits and economic pressures.
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Loopit gains traction with flexible car subscriptions

Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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The car subscription model is rising in Australia, offering consumers alternatives to traditional loans amid inflation and economic uncertainty.
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VMware customers face rising costs amid market changes

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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A Rimini Street report reveals VMware customers are seeking alternatives to subscription models, with 79% satisfied yet concerned about rising costs.
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UK Christmas shopping shifts towards subscription gifts

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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As Christmas approaches, 29% of UK shoppers are opting for subscription gifts over traditional presents, blending modern convenience with festive spirit.