JB King writes in SearchCRM.com about smart cards getting smarter. READ MORE

Palo Alto Weekly reporter Elizabeth White writes about Palo Alto-based micropayment provider BitPass. READ MORE

Wachovia Bank says it's the best at respecting its online customers based upon a study completed by the Customer Respect Group. READ MORE

Journalism.co.uk reports on increased consumer response to paid digital content.

"Consumers are not afraid to pay for things - they do it everyday," said Mr Law. "Those of you sitting on the side lines - don't intellectualise about it. Just dive in and do something!"

[Update: 9/1/05 - FDC announced the resignation of James L. Schoedinger.]

First Data Corp. announced this morning the appointment of James L. Schoedinger, 45, as president of its Card Issuing Services business unit. READ MORE

The New York Times reports on the deal announced yesterday between American Express and MBNA. READ MORE