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New UK laws to ease subscription cancellations saving £170 annually
The UK government has announced new laws aimed at simplifying subscription cancellations. According to the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), these changes could save consumers nearly £170 per year. Key provisions include a 14-day cooling-off period post-trial, refunds for unwanted auto-renewals, and enhanced transparency in subscription terms. The DBT estimates 10 million unwanted active subscriptions exist, potentially leading to total public savings of £400 million annually. These rules are set to take effect in spring 2027.
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US Subscription Costs Reduces to $49 Amid Rising Digital Access
The Financial Times has reduced its subscription price from $59.88 to $49 for an annual plan, offering two months free. Additionally, there is a trial available for $1 for four weeks, after which the subscription will revert to $75 per month. The new pricing indicates a shift in strategy to attract more digital subscribers amid increasing competition in the journalism sector. Such pricing adjustments may impact subscriber growth and overall revenue stability for digital media companies.
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