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A Defector writer recounts a favorite coffee shop lunch that ends with a shockingly itemized bill—extra charges for poached eggs, fruit substitutions, and small add-ons, plus a mandatory tip—illustrating how modern eateries upsell and inflate the bill.
An Omaha restaurant owner has dropped third-party delivery apps after paying $188,000 in fees for one year, signaling a possible shift back to in-house delivery.
Trade Desk shares fell about 7.4% after Publicis Groupe advised clients to stop using the platform following a third‑party audit by FirmDecisions that allegedly found improper fees, auto-enrollment in paid features, and questions over media/data cost markups; Trade Desk disputes the findings, but Publicis’ stance threatens a key revenue channel and agency relationships, with shares closing at $25.07.
Private 2022 Slack messages between Live Nation staff brag about gouging fans with high ancillary and parking fees, cited in a DOJ antitrust suit. The exchanges, released as court exhibits, highlight perceived monopoly power. A settlement accompanying the case caps amphitheater fees at 15% and requires some Ticketmaster tech to be opened to rivals, while Live Nation says the remarks don’t reflect its values and it will investigate.
Two Live Nation amphitheater regional ticketing directors boasted in private Slack chats about gouging fans with high ancillary fees—such as VIP parking up to $250—as part of an antitrust case. Live Nation said the remarks don’t reflect their practices and noted they cap amphitheater fees at 15% while investing in fan amenities; the case is on hold after a tentative settlement, though some state attorneys general may pursue the matter.
DoorDash emphasizes its commitment to fair treatment of its Dashers, denying claims of using a 'Desperation Score' or calling workers 'human assets,' clarifying that fees like the 'Driver Benefit Fee' do not exist, and explaining that tips do not affect base pay, which is based solely on time, distance, and offer desirability.
Major retailers are now charging fees for returning unwanted Christmas gifts, with costs varying from a few dollars to as much as $45 for electronics, as stores seek to offset the rising costs of returns. Consumers are advised to read return policies carefully to avoid unexpected charges.
Despite recent legal and market changes, premium credit cards are expected to remain popular in 2026 due to high consumer satisfaction, continued demand for luxury perks, and the ongoing growth of high-end offerings, even with rising fees and potential regulatory adjustments.
Chicago City Council approved a 2026 budget that avoids a corporate head tax, includes fee hikes like bag taxes and liquor taxes, legalizes video gambling, and proposes selling city debt, despite opposition from Mayor Johnson who may veto it. The budget faces concerns over revenue assumptions and potential deficits, with key changes aimed at funding city services and infrastructure.
Fiserv's stock dropped over 7% following reports of customer dissatisfaction with fees on Clover payment systems and news of a strategy overhaul and guidance reset, after a significant 44% plunge the previous day.
Fiserv's stock plummeted 44%, wiping out $30 billion in market value, after CEO Mike Lyons announced a rollback of fee hikes on Clover, its flagship point-of-sale system, due to customer dissatisfaction and a review revealing management missteps and overpromising growth, highlighting the risks even established fintech companies face from management discipline and customer demand.
The Trump administration imposed a new $100 annual fee on asylum seekers, but widespread confusion and administrative mishaps have left many unsure how to pay or if they owe the fee, raising concerns about potential barriers to legal asylum and increased deportations.
Microsoft is now allowing developers worldwide to publish apps to the Windows Store without any onboarding fees, removing a significant barrier and promoting a more inclusive platform for app innovation and distribution.
A surge in corporate bitcoin holdings has led to a boom in fees for custodians, brokers, and investment banks, with over 950,000 bitcoins valued at over $110 billion now held by public companies, fueling a lucrative industry of trading, custody, and yield services amid a broader trend of corporate crypto adoption.
The Biden administration's new order aims to expand access to alternative investments like crypto and private equity in 401(k) plans, but experts warn of increased risks, higher fees, liquidity issues, and lack of transparency, raising concerns about the potential impact on retirement savings.