Venmo has added a new rewards program called 'Venmo Stash'. Read More →
Category - Misc
Comcast Data Breach Class Action Settlement
It's alleged that Comcast failed to properly protect personal information and this resulted in a data breach between October 16, 2023, and October 19, 2023. Comcast has denied any wrongdoing but agreed to a $117,500,000 settlement. Read More →
McDonald’s Rewards Program Announces Devaluation
McDonald's has announced that starting 5/4 the MyMcdonald's rewards program will be changing Read More →
Recap: BetterFHR Tool, Aer Lingus Offer, Citigroup Dismisses US Regional Bank Acquisition Rumor & More
Citigroup dismisses report of potential US regional bank acquisition by Reuters. Aer Lingus Amex Offer: Spend $1,250 & get $250 back by FM. Limited impact: Those of us who leverage the US Mint to help with hitting... Read More →
California Increases Giftcard Cashout To $15 From $10
California has passed a new bill that increases this to $15 and also includes eGiftcards Read More →
[Payments Arriving] Evolve Bank & Trust Data Breach + $20 Settlement
Update 3/30/26: Payments are starting to hit accounts for ~$28. Hat tip to reader Dave Update 7/18/25: There’s now a class settlement with an estimated flat payment of $20. Settlement link (ht Bockrr and Acid Bath) Original Post... Read More →
American Express To Open At Shanghai’s Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
American Express has announced plans to open its first lounge in the Chinese mainland at Shanghai's Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) Read More →
Bilt Adds Wyndham As A 1:1 Transfer Partner
Bilt has added Wyndham as a 1:1 transfer partner. Can't really see how this is useful as Bilt points are far more valuable than Wyndham points Read More →
DHS To Restart Global Entry 3/11 5AM
DHS 'paused' TSA PreCheck and Global Entry on 2/22 before immediately reversing course and allowing TSA PreCheck to operate. Global Entry will begin to operate normally on 3/11 at 5AM. A statement given stated Read More →
American Express Opens New Sidecar by Centurion Lounge At Harry Reid International (LAS)
Update 3/4/26: Lounge is now open. Key details: The lounge is located near gate D1 in Concourse D Opening hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m Can access up to 90 minutes before depature (standard is 3 hours before depature) 1,500 square... Read More →
Starbucks Rewards Coffee Loop: Punch Card Program [Full]
Starbucks has launched something called the Starbucks Rewards Coffee Loop program Read More →
Subway Making Negative Changes To Loyalty Program
Subway has announced negative changes to loyalty program Sub Club Read More →
Kaiser Privacy Breach Class Action Settlement ($20-$40
It’s alleged that Kaiser Permanente websites and mobile applications violated certain state laws and statutes. Plaintiffs have reached a proposed settlement of $46 million with the possibility of up to $47.5 million. Who’s... Read More →
(Update) Saks Files For Bankruptcy
There has been rumblings that Saks Fifth Avenue has been nearing bankruptcy for the last few months, but WSJ is now reporting that Saks is preparing for bankruptcy after missing a debt payment Read More →
Capital One Announces New Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Lounge
Capital One has announced that it will open its largest lounge yet at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Read More →
