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Brighter Planet Card November, 30, 2007

Another "green card" has entered the U.S. marketplace that generates contributions for clean and renewable energy projects. The new "Brighter Planet VISA" from Bank of America enables cardholders to earn one "EarthSmart" point for every $1 spent in purchases. more

Customized Starbucks Cards November, 30, 2007

The world's largest "Joe" dispenser has introduced a personalization option for its prepaid card program. The new "My Customized Starbucks Card" program offers a choice of three different themes: "The Original"; "My Drink As Art"; and "My Story". more

TisBest Cards November, 29, 2007

A Seattle start-up firm has introduced a line of tax-deductible charity gift cards that empowers the recipient and makes the giver feel good. The new "TisBest Charity Gift Card" offers the card recipient the choice of more than 200 nonprofits to direct the ... more

Gadget Lover's Card November, 29, 2007

American Express has launched an online promotion that offers a very cool and free gift card with the purchase of five gift cards. Through December 31st consumers who purchase five AmEx gift cards in one order will receive a free "Gadget Lover’s Card" worth ... more

Continental Cards November, 28, 2007

A new credit card has taken off, enabling its frequent flyer members the opportunity to earn/redeem both miles and dollar-based travel credits. The new "Continental Airlines TravelBank World MasterCard" offers travel credits, instead of "OnePass" miles, ... more

Card Lab November, 28, 2007

While some card issuers are offering the ability to custom design the look of the card, one major issuer has launched a build-your-own card service that offers more than just a pretty card. The new "Capital One Card Lab" offers options related to interest ... more

Cyber Monday November, 27, 2007

Yesterday was projected to be the heaviest online spending day on record with sales expected to top $700 million with 72 million shoppers online. Top retailers have plugged into the action by running special promotions such as Wal-Mart's "Cyber Week" and ... more

Black Friday November, 27, 2007

Nearly one-third of thirty major retail sites experienced significant slow-downs on Friday that impacted their product search and check-out processes. Yesterday ("Cyber Monday") heavy holiday traffic resulted in outages for about 40,000 merchants using ... more

Global Holiday Spend November, 26, 2007

The surveys say Brits will outspend Americans and Australians this holiday season by nearly three to one. Credit cards and cash are the forms of payment most utilized across the globe, but debit cards are the most utilized form of payment in the U.S this ... more

Wow or Never November, 26, 2007

Target has launched a holiday promotion for users of its "REDcard." The "Wow or Never" program features 20 exclusive gifts, plus Target cardholders will have the chance to win spectacular prizes associated with each gift, ranging from an African safari to a ... more

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