How blockchain loyalty points can save frequent flyer programs

Blockchain loyalty points could help consumers protect their frequent flyer points. Redeeming these rewards is often easier said than done. Up to 36 percent of frequent flyers say that airline loyalty rewards expire before they’re able to use them. 64 percent of airline customers also claim that airline frequent flyer programs are too complex for […]
Recurring payments vs. subscription

Though both recurring payments and subscription systems share some similarities, they are still distinct from one another. Choosing the best one without knowing the concept behind them both is challenging. With the rise of digitization and e-commerce, the demand for flexible payment options has also increased. Some businesses and customers want a subscription system, while […]
Micropayments discovered: Micro power in fintech

Micropayments are opening up new models of how we inform and entertain ourselves. Subscription fatigue is setting in and content creators are looking for new ways to attract consumers. Micropayments, through pay-per-click or pay-per-view models, can serve end-users more efficiently, expanding the market and bringing more people into the fold. The typical US customer subscribes […]
Q&A with Ahmed Yassin of Avrio Invest

I recently sat down with Ahmed Yassin, founder of Saudi Arabian blockchain investment firm Avrio Invest. Blockchain in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a relatively new phenomenon, but something which Assin believes will help the Gulf state modernize rapidly in the face of a changing global economy. Initially set up as a real estate […]