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 »