Canonical URL: https://giftcard.news/ --- description: News and analysis covering gift cards, retail, loyalty, rewards and payments worldwide. title: Gift Card News — Gift cards, loyalty and payments image: https://giftcard.news/images/social/v1/publication.jpg --- [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis # [Gift Card Fraud in the United States](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/gift-card-fraud-in-the-united-states/) Gift card fraud is more than a demand for a code. Explore 32 mechanisms, a detailed 50-state evidence map, the money behind the cases and the controls that matter. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 17, 2026 66 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ### [Can You Cash Out Your Gift Card? A State-by-State Guide](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/can-you-cash-out-your-gift-card-state-by-state-guide/) Can the last dollars on a gift card become cash? A sourced guide to all 50 states, exact thresholds, digital-card exceptions and official issuer routes. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 17, 2026 79 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ### [A Bank on the Card, a Licensing Question Before It](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/us-virtual-card-licensing-mtl-msb-50-states/) A bank on a virtual card does not settle every licensing question before issuance. Explore all 50 states, federal MSB rules, bank-agent exemptions and the customer-funding gap. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 86 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ### [Israel’s Virtual Gift Card Economy](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/israels-virtual-gift-card-economy/) Inside Israel’s virtual gift-card economy: BUYME’s acquisition, employer rewards, twelve provider profiles, new voucher rules and the practical value of the final shekel. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 28 min ## Latest [View all](https://giftcard.news/latest/) [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ## [Inside Asia’s Digital Gift Card Economy](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/inside-asias-digital-gift-card-economy/) From messaging gifts to employee rewards, Asia’s virtual gift cards follow different rules. Explore 20 providers, 13 markets, consumer research and the fate of small balances. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 31 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ## [Europe’s Digital Gift Card Divide](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/europes-digital-gift-card-divide/) A digital gift crosses borders faster than the rules behind it. Explore European gift-card providers, currencies, expiry, fees and the rights to remaining value. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 28 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ## [Who Powers Virtual Gift Cards on Shopify?](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/who-powers-virtual-gift-cards-on-shopify/) A source-backed directory of 18 Shopify app relationships, six provider groups, virtual Visa and Mastercard routes, software fees and the rights to unused value. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 38 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ## [Gift Card Breakage - The money left behind](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/gift-card-breakage-the-money-left-behind/) What happens to gift card money that goes unspent? An investigation across 14 companies, consumer surveys, Statista data, accounting rules and academic research, with 24… [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 51 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ## [What people want when they check a gift card balance](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/what-people-want-when-they-check-a-gift-card-balance/) Why do people check gift card balances? US survey data reveal demand for simpler checks, reasons balances stay unused, and the payment rules that shape the next step. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 16, 2026 29 min [Research & Trends](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/) Analysis ## [US E-commerce Gift Card Research 2026: Customer Experience and Profitability](https://giftcard.news/research-trends/us-ecommerce-gift-card-research-2026-customer-experience-profitability/) A US-focused study of ecommerce gift card experiences, platform rules, merchant case studies and the full-cycle economics behind program profitability. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 15, 2026 30 min ## Gift Cards [View all](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/) [Gift Cards](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/) News ### [Kohl’s expands Babies R Us shops and adds lower-priced baby gifts](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/kohl-s-expands-babies-r-us-shops-and-adds-lower-priced-baby-gifts-8327d70bb56c/) Kohl’s is adding Babies R Us shops at 56 stores and extending baby gifting products across its estate, including more choices priced below $25. [Emma Carter](https://giftcard.news/author/emma-carter/) September 14, 2026 2 min [Gift Cards](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/) News ### [Edible Arrangements expands fall gifting range and delivery options](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/edible-arrangements-expands-fall-gifting-range-and-delivery-options-6e7977b8ee8a/) Edible’s seasonal gifting collection adds three dessert flavors, with same-day and next-day delivery and a September promotion on qualifying orders. [Emma Carter](https://giftcard.news/author/emma-carter/) September 14, 2026 2 min [Gift Cards](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/) News ### [World Vision launches 2026 gift catalog with artisan-made donor gifts](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/world-vision-launches-2026-gift-catalog-with-artisan-made-donor-gifts-206e00e3a8ae/) World Vision’s Christmas catalog pairs donations with handcrafted gifts from Guatemala, Kenya and India, with a December 9 delivery deadline. [Suzie Elis](https://giftcard.news/author/suzie-elis/) September 14, 2026 2 min [Gift Cards](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/) News ### [CoverSure showcases insurance gift card with TBX and Oxymoney at GFF](https://giftcard.news/gift-cards/coversure-insurance-gift-card-tbx-oxymoney-gff-2026/) CoverSure presented its insurance gift card and CoverSure Business at Global Fintech Fest, highlighting its collaboration with TBX and Oxymoney. [Suzie Elis](https://giftcard.news/author/suzie-elis/) September 12, 2026 2 min ## Rewards & Loyalty [View all](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/) [Rewards & Loyalty](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/) News ### [Prezzee sets out employee gift card options for work anniversaries](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/prezzee-employee-gift-card-options-work-anniversaries/) Prezzee outlines milestone rewards, recipient choice and scheduled gift card delivery for employers marking staff work anniversaries. [Maya Bennett](https://giftcard.news/author/maya-bennett/) September 15, 2026 2 min [Rewards & Loyalty](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/) News ### [GBK awards gifting event includes dining vouchers and brand experiences](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/gbk-awards-gifting-event-includes-dining-vouchers-and-brand-experiences-a4963844fdf2/) GBK’s Los Angeles event brought together dining vouchers, merchandise and travel experiences from brands seeking exposure around television awards. [Suzie Elis](https://giftcard.news/author/suzie-elis/) September 14, 2026 2 min [Rewards & Loyalty](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/) News ### [Brightspot outlines VIP hospitality and gifting for channel rewards](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/brightspot-vip-hospitality-gifting-channel-rewards/) Brightspot describes how event experiences, gifting and guest logistics can support channel incentives and strategic customer relationships. [Maya Bennett](https://giftcard.news/author/maya-bennett/) September 14, 2026 3 min [Rewards & Loyalty](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/) News ### [GoTimesharing adds $500 gift card prizes to holiday resort campaign](https://giftcard.news/rewards-loyalty/gotimesharing-adds-500-gift-card-prizes-to-holiday-resort-campaign-9f137a072ad1/) ARDA’s GoTimesharing campaign combines a 20% discount at selected resorts with an opportunity for up to 50 travelers to win a $500 gift card. [Maya Bennett](https://giftcard.news/author/maya-bennett/) September 14, 2026 1 min ## Payments & Technology [View all](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/) [Payments & Technology](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/) News ### [Paramotor partners with NSDL Payments Bank and Mastercard for gift and prepaid cards](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/paramotor-partners-with-nsdl-payments-bank-and-mastercard-for-gift-and-prepaid-cards/) Paramotor announced gift and prepaid card work with NSDL Payments Bank and Mastercard, a TBX distribution agreement and closed-loop card services for Osmo Atorie. [Daniel Brooks](https://giftcard.news/author/daniel-brooks/) September 11, 2026 1 min [Payments & Technology](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/) News ### [Reloadly explains gift card API supply behind employee recognition catalogues](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/reloadly-explains-gift-card-api-supply-behind-employee-recognition-catal-2d199cff320e/) Reloadly's guide separates merchant-issued gift cards, reward distribution infrastructure and employee recognition software, explaining how catalogues reach end users. [Emma Carter](https://giftcard.news/author/emma-carter/) September 10, 2026 2 min [Payments & Technology](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/) News ### [Whop Compares Cross-Border Payout APIs, Recipient Portals and Compliance Tools](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/whop-compared-to-13-other-global-payout-platforms-for-cross-border-payme-3a231c835a3b/) Whop’s comparison covers 14 payout providers, distinguishing payment collection, account onboarding, distribution methods and recipient reporting. [Oliver Reed](https://giftcard.news/author/oliver-reed/) September 7, 2026 2 min [Payments & Technology](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/) News ### [Reloadly sets out gift card fulfillment API criteria for loyalty programs](https://giftcard.news/payments-technology/reloadly-sets-out-gift-card-fulfillment-api-criteria-for-loyalty-program-877c04810be5/) Reloadly distinguishes reward fulfillment from loyalty rules and highlights country-level catalogs, delivery reporting, reconciliation and provider migration in API selection. [Daniel Brooks](https://giftcard.news/author/daniel-brooks/) September 2, 2026 2 min ## Industry Deals [View all](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/) [Industry Deals](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/) News ### [Tillo Acquires Amilon to Expand International Gift Card Distribution](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/tillo-acquires-amilon-to-establish-transatlantic-leadership-in-rewards-i-e4490e17fbd5/) Tillo acquires Amilon, combining gift card distribution, retailer software and employee benefits expertise. The companies forecast over £3 billion processed in 2026. [Daniel Brooks](https://giftcard.news/author/daniel-brooks/) September 8, 2026 2 min [Industry Deals](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/) News ### [Giftbit reports GiftCertificates.ca bulk gift card ordering closure dates](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/giftbit-reports-september-closure-timetable-for-giftcertificates-ca-prog-3f4febff7895/) Giftbit reported a September 15 order cutoff and September 30, 2026 closure for the Canadian corporate gifting program operated by Givex. [Daniel Brooks](https://giftcard.news/author/daniel-brooks/) September 1, 2026 1 min [Industry Deals](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/) News ### [Gift card platform Tillo appoints Michael Tigwell to lead UK and EMEA](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/tillo-appoints-former-benefex-executive-michael-tigwell-to-lead-uk-and-e-b08358611753/) The former Benefex executive takes regional responsibility as Tillo CEO Alex Preece focuses on US expansion of its gift card and rewards business. [Emma Carter](https://giftcard.news/author/emma-carter/) July 24, 2026 1 min [Industry Deals](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/) News ### [NeoCurrency Marks Ten Years of Gift Card Distribution and Reward APIs](https://giftcard.news/industry-deals/neocurrency-marks-ten-years-in-digital-rewards-9a288044d0af/) NeoCurrency reviews its digital incentive business, Reward Choice and international API distribution on its tenth anniversary. [Suzie Elis](https://giftcard.news/author/suzie-elis/) January 5, 2026 1 min ## Fraud & Security [View all](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/) [Fraud & Security](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/) News ### [HMRC Crypto Tax Warnings Reach 81,172 Ahead of 2027 Platform Reports](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/hmrc-crypto-tax-warnings-nearly-triple-to-81-172-including-those-involvi-803f20baedd7/) UPay reports rising HMRC crypto tax warnings as service providers prepare their first reports under the Cryptoasset Reporting Framework. [Maya Bennett](https://giftcard.news/author/maya-bennett/) August 23, 2026 2 min [Fraud & Security](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/) News ### [Zil Money Guides Nonprofits on Gift Card Fraud and Payment Approval Controls](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/nonprofit-fraud-awareness-guide-highlights-common-scams-and-prevention-s-aa5b0a4bcfad/) The company's nonprofit fraud guide pairs examples of payment scams with separate approvals, independent callbacks and incident reporting. [Daniel Brooks](https://giftcard.news/author/daniel-brooks/) August 22, 2026 1 min [Fraud & Security](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/) News ### [UPay Reviews USDT Off-Ramps and Crypto Card Conversion](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/upay-crypto-card-offers-fast-and-secure-usdt-to-fiat-conversion-with-cry-94486af0e22c/) UPay’s conversion guide distinguishes exchange trading, bank withdrawals, peer-to-peer payments and card spending, with fees and availability varying by service. [Emma Carter](https://giftcard.news/author/emma-carter/) July 28, 2026 2 min [Fraud & Security](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/) News ### [UPay Revisits the Bitfinex Hack, Laundering Trail and Lichtenstein Conviction](https://giftcard.news/fraud-security/ilya-lichtenstein-sentenced-for-money-laundering-conspiracy-involving-st-9e51397a6075/) UPay’s July 2026 profile recounts the 2016 Bitcoin theft, the recovery investigation and Ilya Lichtenstein’s November 2024 sentence. 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