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Navigating the complex world of credit cards? Our credit card news category has you covered. Get the latest updates on industry trends, new card offerings, rewards programs, interest rate changes, and more. Whether you’re looking to optimize your credit card strategy, evaluate the best options for your needs, or stay on top of the ever-evolving credit card landscape, this is your go-to destination for expert insights and analysis.

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BlockFI Opens Waitlist for Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card

by Fioney Staff
It seems as though, in recent weeks, cryptocurrencies have been having a bit of a renaissance. In addition to more high-profile figures expressing interest and even confidence in the technology, the price of Bitcoin has continued to enjoy a bull run (despite a few pullbacks along the way). Now, the company BlockFi has announced that its opening the waitlist for its upcoming Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card, which will reward users for...
American Express Platinum Card
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American Express Platinum Card Introduces Increased Bonus with Limited-Time 10x Multipliers

by Fioney Staff
Editor's Note: The offer detailed below is no longer available. For the latest information on this card, visit CardRatings. When it comes to top-tier credit card offers, American Express has just thrown down the gauntlet. As of today, the extremely popular (and very premium) American Express Platinum card is offering a new welcome bonus that not only ups the number of points that new cardholders can earn but also entitles...
SoFi Credit Card
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SoFi Reveals Details on Rewards Credit Card

by Fioney Staff
Between 2019 and 2020, the FinTech SoFi has done an awful lot. In addition to rolling out a hybrid banking account and an investment platform, the company has also raised its profile by scoring naming rights to the Southern California stadium that's now home to the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers. Now, the brand has unveiled details about its next venture: The SoFi Credit Card. The SoFi Credit...
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American Express Expands Uber Partnership, Adds New Credit to Gold Card

by Fioney Staff
At a time when Americans are continuing to eat-in more, American Express and Uber have announced that they're expanding their partnership and bringing new perks to Amex customers. First up, the popular American Express Gold card will be introducing a new monthly Uber credit. Starting "early next year," Gold cardholders will earn $10 a month ($120 a year) in Uber Cash that can be used for eligible rides or Uber...
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American Express Introduces Increased Welcome Bonus for Gold Card

by Fioney Staff
For those in search of a card that will reward them for everyday expenses such as dining and grocery shopping, as well as benefit them once their travels resume, American Express may have just revealed a worthwhile deal. Currently, American Express is offering a special welcome bonus for the Gold card. Now, new cardholders can earn 60,000 Membership Rewards points when they spend at least $4,000 in their first six...
Venmo Visa Credit Card
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Venmo and Synchrony Introduce Venmo Credit Card

by Fioney Staff
Nearly a year after it was first teased, the Venmo Credit Card is finally here. The famed peer-to-peer payments platform is launching the new card in partnership with Synchrony that will operate on the Visa network. Somewhat akin to the Apple Card, the Venmo customers will be able to manage their card via the Venmo app, including the ability to split purchases with friends or family. Users will also be...
United Gateway Credit Card
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United Introduces No-Annual-Fee Gateway Card

by Fioney Staff
Even as the travel industry continues to strain under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic, airlines, hotel chains, and credit card issuers are preparing would-be travelers for future adventures. In recent weeks, Emirates launched a pair of co-branded credit cards for U.S. consumers, Hotels.com unveiled new rewards cards, and Wyndham refreshed their card offerings to appeal to travelers of all stripes. Now, another airline is rolling out a new credit...
Wyndham Rewards Earner Cards
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Wyndham and Barclays Refresh Rewards Card Line-Up with Earner, Earner+, and Earner Business

by Fioney Staff
As domestic travel slowing starts to resume, today Wyndham and Barclays introduced their refreshed co-branded rewards credit card offerings. The new line-up replaces the former Wyndham Rewards Visa and includes two consumer cards — the Wyndham Rewards Earner card and the Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus card — and adds a business card with the aptly named Wyndham Rewards Earner Business card. Meanwhile, although the Wyndham Rewards Visa is no longer...
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2025 SoFi Checking and Savings Review

by Kyle Burbank
 Ever since I started taking an interest in the FinTech sector, one company whose name I’ve seen pop up over and over again is SoFi. That was later sent into overdrive as the company has not only become a household name thanks to its stadium naming rights deal but also because of the company’s continued product expansions. The most interesting development in my mind is SoFi’s acquisition of Golden Pacific...
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Best Western Debuts Two New Rewards Credit Cards

by Kyle Burbank
After pausing applications for their previous rewards card, the hotel chain Best Western has unveiled a new pair of rewards credit cards with a new issuer. About the Best Western cards: Best Western is partnering with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial to introduce two new co-branded credit cards. First up is the no-annual-fee Best Western Rewards Visa Signature Card. With this card, customers can 4x points on Best...
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Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Launches Travel Contest

by Kyle Burbank
Chase and Marriott Bonoy have unveiled a special contest while continuing to offer its best-ever welcome bonus. About the welcome bonus and Bold Chat Court Contest: Marriott Bonvoy and Chase have launched a special opportunity called the Bold Chat Court contest. As part of this contest, 10 lucky travelers will be awarded 500,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (for a total of 5 million) as well as $5,000. For this contest, the...
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Bilt Adds 2 New Transfer Partners Including First 3:2 Transfer Rate

by Kyle Burbank
Bilt is once again expanding its travel transfer rewards program — and is even breaking the mold with one new partner. About the new additions to Bilt: This week, Bilt launched partnerships with two more travel brands: TAP Air Portugal and Accor. As a result, Bilt members will now be able to transfer their points to Miles&Go and ALL Reward, respectively. In total, Bilt now has 18 transfer partners including 13...
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PayPal Debit Card Review: Earn Stackable 5% Cash Back

by Kyle Burbank
In recent weeks, PayPal debuted an updated debit card product (perhaps you've seen the incessant Will Ferrell commercials for it during football games?). With the launch of this card, the company known for online payments is encouraging customers to pay with them anywhere. To encourage such behavior, the debit card allows cardholders to earn 5% cashback — although, as you can imagine, there are some important restrictions on that. So,...