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technology1 month ago•23 min saved

Valve ends physical Steam Gift Cards amid scam concerns, pushing digital gifts

Valve will no longer restock physical Steam Gift Cards, with stock in retailers expected to run out by the end of 2026 due to ongoing gift-card scams. Steam Digital Gift Cards will continue to be offered, and existing physical cards can be redeemed where permitted by local laws. Valve says it has worked with retailers and law enforcement to counter scams, but acknowledges that scammers will continue to adapt. The move follows other recent actions to curb abuse, including a PayPal-era fiasco and anticipated steps regarding future Steam hardware.

via PC Guide|

#digital-gift-cards #gift-cards #scams

gaming1 month ago•45 min saved

Steam gift cards go digital-only as Valve fights in-store scams

Valve will stop selling physical Steam gift cards in stores by the end of 2026 due to ongoing gift-card scams; existing gift cards remain usable on Steam, and digital gift cards will continue to be sold. The move follows warnings from regulators and law enforcement, with Valve noting scammers have adapted to the scheme.

via The Verge|

#fraud #gaming #gift-cards

technology1 month ago•11 min saved

Valve ends Steam retail gift cards after scam crackdown

Valve is winding down the production of Steam’s physical retail gift cards due to scammers exploiting PINs and laundering funds; existing cards can still be redeemed, but stock is expected to be depleted by the end of 2026, effectively ending Valve’s last major brick-and-mortar link to Steam, while digital gift cards or prepaid options remain available.

via Ars Technica|

#gift-cards #retail #scammers

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Valve ends physical Steam gift cards to curb ongoing scams

Valve will discontinue physical Steam gift cards, with current stock not being replenished and expected to run out by the end of 2026. Digital Steam gift cards will remain available and will be the only option after that date. Existing physical cards can still be used for now, but the move comes after scammers repeatedly exploited physical cards despite Valve’s anti-scam efforts with retailers and law enforcement.

via Eurogamer|

#gift-cards #retail #scams

lifestyle2 months ago•7 min saved

Mom’s Day Deals: 34 Food, Gift Card and Retail Specials

A roundup of 34 Mother's Day deals across restaurants and retailers, featuring freebies, BOGO offers and gift-card bonuses; deals run on or around Mother's Day with varying dates and participation, so readers should check terms and store-specific fine print.

via Money Talks News|

#deals #discounts #gift-cards

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Costco Members Access T-Mobile Perks Online, Including DCC Waiver and Gift Cards

Costco members can now sign in to T-Mobile online via Costco to access perks like waiving the $35 Device Connection Charge (DCC On Us), Costco gift cards for upgrades and new lines, and stacked rebates (including a $400 BYOD rebate with Keep & Switch). Additional offers include $75 gift cards for new lines, up to $150 for new phone activations, and various other gift-card promos for wearables or home internet. The online flow is live now through a Costco landing page, but there’s no Sam’s Club equivalent yet.

via The Mobile Report|

#business #costco #deals

gadgets4 months ago•61 min saved

Galaxy S26 lineup arrives with up to $200 preorder perks

Samsung announced the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, with preorders open ahead of a March 11 launch. Prices start at $899.99 for the S26, $1,099.99 for the S26 Plus, and $1,299.99 for the S26 Ultra (256GB base on the Ultra). Retailer promos vary: Amazon and Best Buy offer gift cards or discounts (up to $200 on Ultra; $100–$200 on other models depending on storage), Samsung is also offering preorder credits, and major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) are running bill-credit promos including free devices with trade-ins. The S26 family features a privacy display on the Ultra, AI features via Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Gemini, and larger batteries across the lineup (6.3–6.9-inch displays; 4,000–5,000mAh). Preorders are available from Samsung, Amazon, and Best Buy.

via The Verge|

#gadgets #galaxy-s26 #gift-cards

business5 months ago•10 min saved

Saks pivots to luxury as discount stores face mass closures

Saks Global has filed for Chapter 11 and will shutter most of its discount stores (Saks Off Fifth and Last Call), leaving a minority of Off Fifth locations open as it refocuses on core luxury brands. Liquidation sales begin Jan 31; the Saks Off 5th website will close, while 41 Saks and 36 Neiman Marcus/ Bergdorf Goodman stores and their e-commerce will continue. Gift cards can be used through Feb 14, returns/exchanges for purchases before Jan 31, and store-credit redemptions until March 1. The moves aim to cut debt and reset leases after a debt-fueled acquisition.

via Daily Mail|

#bankruptcy #business #gift-cards

technology8 months ago•1 min saved

Google Play Launches Digital Gift Card Store with Major Brands

Google Play has launched a new digital gift card shop, allowing users to send gift cards for various brands like Disney, Adidas, and AMC directly through the app, making gifting more convenient within the platform.

via Droid Life|

#brand-options #digital-shop #gift-cards

business8 months ago•1 min saved

Giant Eagle's One-Day Penny Exchange Reels in 100 Million Coins

Giant Eagle held a successful promotion allowing customers to exchange pennies for double value gift cards due to a nationwide penny shortage caused by changes in U.S. coin policies, receiving over 100 million pennies during the event.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|

#business #cash-exchange #giant-eagle

business8 months ago•1 min saved

Giant Eagle's Penny Exchange Rewards Customers with Over $2 Million in Gift Cards

Giant Eagle held a 'Penny Exchange Day' where customers exchanged over 100 million pennies for gift cards, addressing the coin shortage caused by the U.S. Treasury phasing out penny production, and distributing more than $2 million in gift cards.

via CBS News|

#business #coin-shortage #giant-eagle

shopping8 months ago•4 min saved

Top 7 New Costco Stocking Stuffers This Week

This article highlights the top 7 new Costco stocking stuffer ideas for the holiday season, including mini candle sets, beauty gift sets, gift cards, chocolates, and unique items like LEGO bonsai trees, emphasizing the importance of shopping early for the best selection.

via bestlifeonline.com|

#chocolate #costco #gift-cards

business9 months ago•3 min saved

Iron Hill Brewery's Sudden Closure Sparks Legal and Consumer Concerns

Iron Hill Brewery's Lancaster city location, a top-performing restaurant with $5.6 million in revenue, closed abruptly as the chain filed for bankruptcy due to over $20 million in debt, liquidity issues, and operational challenges, leaving customers with unused gift cards and impacting employees.

via LancasterOnline|

#bankruptcy #business #gift-cards

business9 months ago•3 min saved

Blackhawk Network Files $65M Lawsuit Against Pepper Rewards Parent

Blackhawk Network has filed a lawsuit against Pepper Rewards App's parent company, Moochoo, seeking over $65 million due to missed payments on a promissory note, casting doubt on the app's future and the fate of unredeemed coins for consumers.

via Frequent Miler|

#blackhawk-network #business #gift-cards

shopping1 year ago•3 min saved

Top Prime Day Gift Card Deals and Gift Ideas

Amazon Prime Day offers significant discounts on third-party gift cards for brands like DoorDash, Lyft, Lowe’s, and more, with savings typically ranging from 10% to 20% or higher. These deals include both eGift and physical cards, and can be used multiple times per brand, provided the discounts are correctly applied at checkout. Prime membership is required to access these discounts, but a free trial can be utilized. Additional savings may be available through targeted bank offers and reward point redemptions, making it a good opportunity to stock up on gift cards for future use.

via Frequent Miler|

#amazon #deals #discounts