Clouded Judgement

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Most public companies don’t report net new ARR, so I’m taking an implied ARR metric (quarterly subscription revenue x 4). Companies that do not disclose subscription rev have been left out of the analysis and are listed as NA.

Systems Review 144

Systems Review Cloud AI Artificial Intelligence 144

Stax

MAY 13, 2025

Fee structures matter; understand the differences between interchange plus, flat rate, tiered, and subscription pricing to find the most transparent and cost-effective option. Reporting and analytics – Provide insights into customer behavior, sales trends, and payment type preferences.

Merchant Services 88

Merchant Services Payment Services Payment Methods SaaS Payments 88

SaaStr

APRIL 4, 2019

Eyal Manor: Yes, so one trend I’ve been observing in the past two years is first of all is the rise of containers and the rise of Kubernetes. So one trend is just containers, Kubernetes and how that auto scales in a very seamless way wherever you are. What about compliance? Where is your storage? How is data being managed?

Cloud 171

Cloud Scale Trends Machine Learning 171

FastSpring

JANUARY 27, 2022

Note: FastSpring offers advanced subscription management services that support free trials, monthly and annual paid plans, proration, discount management, and more. How Castos upsells subscription tiers. His podcast hosting company uses data analytics that looks at which users are most likely to grow out of their current subscriptions.

Merchant Services 146

Merchant Services Payment Services SaaS Payments Payment Solutions 146

Stax

APRIL 3, 2025

Theyre easy to integrate and set up, with the host taking care of data security measures, including PCI compliance and fraud protection. On top of PCI compliance, you might have to pay extra for SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certification. Just like self-hosted gateways, merchants using API-based solutions are responsible for security.

Payment Methods 88

Payment Methods Merchant Services Payment Solutions Payment Services 88

Blulogix

DECEMBER 27, 2024

By Inga Broerman Overcoming Revenue Leakage with Smarter Billing Practices Revenue leakage is one of the most insidious challenges subscription-based businesses face. In todays competitive subscription economy, addressing revenue leakage isnt optionalits critical for sustaining profitability and building trust with customers.

Payment Features 52

Payment Features Revenue Scale Operational efficiency. 52

Blulogix

DECEMBER 31, 2024

By Inga Broerman Scaling with Usage-Based Models: A Practical Guide to Metering The rise of usage-based pricing is revolutionizing the subscription economy. Usage-based pricing represents a seismic shift in how subscription businesses operate.

Payment Features 52

Payment Features Scaling AI Search Subscription 52

User Pilot

MAY 27, 2025

Simplify with Userpilot: Create cohorts based on user or company properties, filter data by segments, and view retention trends over customizable periods with Userpilot. Create cohorts, build retention tables, and visualize retention trends with Userpilot. For example: Suppose you rolled out a new onboarding experience in March.

Mobile 96

Mobile Retention Payment Features Onboarding 96

Stax

JUNE 18, 2024

Subscription models offer companies large and small the opportunity to build predictable revenue and high customer lifetime value. But managing subscriptions effectively and freeing up time and resources for expansion is no picnic. In a subscription business model, customers pay a recurring fee in exchange for a product or service.

Payment Features 88

Payment Features Payment Solutions Payment Services SaaS Payments 88

FastSpring

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Looking to join SaaS founders and tech enthusiasts who are discussing the most innovative trends for SaaS companies? FastSpring makes it easy for digital goods and software companies to sell around the world by handling business needs such as VAT and sales taxes, fraud detection, and global compliance.

Merchant Services 158

Merchant Services SaaS Payments Payment Methods Payment Services 158

SaaStr

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

They learned the importance of sales tax compliance the hard way—when they had to pay millions in back taxes. Early on, Basecamp had to deal with banks that were wary of their subscription plans. Basecamp , a leading SaaS-based project management solution, was a company that didn’t know they had to collect and remit sales taxes.

New CTO 215

New CTO SaaS Sales CTO 215

Subscription Flow

DECEMBER 12, 2024

From customer expectations, to market trends, to business operations, everything is evolving. Since the SaaS businesses mostly run on subscription-based models, RGM becomes an even more essential framework for them to follow. Subscriptions are a great way for businesses to generate stable revenue streams.

Payments 52

Payments Payment Services SaaS Payments Revenue 52

Blulogix

MARCH 12, 2025

By BluLogix Team The Future of Monetization: Why Usage-Based Billing is the Key to Scalable Growth Introduction Introduction Subscription models have dominated the digital economy for years, but in 2025, usage-based billing is emerging as the smarter, more scalable approach. Automate Billing & Invoicing to prevent revenue loss.

Payment Features 59

Payment Features AI Search B2B AI 59

BetterCloud

JUNE 16, 2025

You’re looking at increased costs from redundant subscriptions and hidden fees. Compliance issues can arise when you don’t know where sensitive data resides. Here are the tell-tale signs: Financial indicators Unexpected subscription renewals : Bills arriving for services you barely remember signing up for.

Management 52

Management Software Review SaaS Technical Review 52

FastSpring

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Whether you’re looking to optimize your payment processes, expand into new markets, or simply curious about the latest trends in gaming monetization, FastSpring is here to help. Spend less time managing your payments and compliance and more time making great games! Go D2C with confidence.

Payments 147

Payments Payment Services Payment Methods Payment Solutions 147

FastSpring

JANUARY 29, 2020

As your global ecommerce partner, we make it our mission to stay on top of the latest trends. Want to learn more about the five ecommerce payment trends shaping 2020? More businesses will transition to a subscription model. More businesses will transition to a subscription model. Keep reading to find out more.

Payment Methods 81

Payment Methods Merchant Services Payment Services Payment Solutions 81

Stax

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Companies can capitalize on: Subscription-based integrations , where users pay extra for advanced functionalities. Expanding into new markets by leveraging ISV solutions that cater to global compliance requirements and multilingual support. Here are a few key trends to watch and prepare for: 1. How does an ISV integration work?

Payments 88

Payments Merchant Services Payment Services Payment Solutions 88

FastSpring

MAY 16, 2024

Immerse yourself in a diverse array of programs, workshops, and presentations, where industry experts will share their wisdom and cutting-edge trends will be unveiled. We handle every payment need from subscription management to tax collection, remittance, and more so your business can go farther, faster.

Merchant Services 158

Merchant Services Payment Methods Payment Solutions Payment Services 158

BetterCloud

JUNE 9, 2025

You’re not alone in thinking your SaaS subscriptions have grown faster than your understanding of them. However, this very ease and flexibility have contributed to a fragmented landscape where different teams and individuals can onboard new tools without centralized oversight, leading to a complex web of subscriptions.

SaaS 52

SaaS Software Review Technical Review Finance 52

FastSpring

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As a Merchant of Record, we provide a fully managed payment solution including customizable checkout, fraud mitigation, and 100% automated sales tax and VAT compliance. subscriptions on both Apple and Google’s app stores.” FastSpring powers global D2C payments for game studios and app publishers. Interested? to $129.99 Interested?

Payment Methods 157

Payment Methods Payment Solutions Merchant Services Payment Services 157

Blulogix

MARCH 27, 2025

With businesses adopting diverse pricing modelsranging from subscriptions to usage-based billinglegacy systems often struggle to keep up. Lack of Visibility Businesses often lack real-time insights into revenue trends and payment behaviors. Personalized Billing Experiences with AI Customers expect billing to be seamless and flexible.

Payments 59

Payments AI Search Payment Services SaaS Payments 59

Clouded Judgement

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Subscribe now OpenAI Updates OpenAI had their big developer day this week, and I wanted to call out two key announcements (and trends): increasing context windows and decreasing costs. Follow along to stay up to date!

Cloud 190

Cloud Artificial Intelligence GCP(Google Cloud Platform) AI 190

FastSpring

JUNE 20, 2024

Immerse yourself in a diverse array of programs, workshops, and presentations, where industry experts will share their wisdom and cutting-edge trends will be unveiled. We handle every payment need from subscription management to tax collection, remittance, and more so your business can go farther, faster.

Merchant Services 147

Merchant Services Payment Solutions Payment Methods Payment Services 147

Blulogix

JANUARY 26, 2024

In this blog, we will discuss some of the prominent trends in subscription billing and examine the crucial role of advanced platforms like BluIQ in steering the industry forward. Today, customers are increasingly leaning towards subscription models for access to products and services, moving away from traditional one-time purchases.

Payment Features 52

Payment Features Trends Subscription Innovation 52

USIO

JUNE 3, 2024

This seamless experience allows users to make purchases, pay invoices, or manage subscriptions without leaving your application. Furthermore, Usio opens up new revenue opportunities through transaction fees, subscription upgrades, and value-added services. Usio generates a wealth of data that can be leveraged for strategic insights.

Payments 130

Payments Payment Solutions Payment Services SaaS Payments 130

Blulogix

JANUARY 22, 2024

How Data Security and Compliance with a Robust Subscription Billing Platform Saves Your Peace of Mind By BluLogix Team In the era of digital business, safeguarding sensitive customer and financial information is a critical priority. Non-compliance can result in severe penalties, fines, and legal consequences.

Payment Services 52

Payment Services Payments compliance Payment Solutions 52

Blulogix

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Charting the Future: What Are the Emerging Trends in Subscription Billing and Monetization? This blog post explores the emerging trends that are set to redefine subscription billing and monetization, offering predictions for the transformative journey ahead in the digital economy.

Artificial Intelligence 52

Artificial Intelligence Trends Subscription Payment Features 52

Blulogix

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

In todays dynamic business landscape, companies must manage complex pricing models, subscription-based revenue streams, multi-tier billing, and compliance regulations all while ensuring profitability and scalability. Automated revenue recognition Ensure compliance with ASC 606 & IFRS 15.

Payment Features 40

Payment Features Revenue Management Business 40

FastSpring

JANUARY 25, 2019

As your global ecommerce partner, we make it our mission to stay on top of the latest trends. Want to learn more about the 5 ecommerce payments trends shaping 2019? Throw in the complexities of maintaining global sales tax/VAT compliance into the mix and you might start to feel a bit overwhelmed. Keep reading to find out more.

Payment Methods 72

Payment Methods Payment Services Merchant Services Payment Solutions 72

FastSpring

OCTOBER 13, 2022

At the end of the year, buyers are ready to spend money on software and subscriptions — are you using your marketing dollars wisely? US End-Of-Year Trends For SaaS And Software Purchases. But what about global trends? . Global End-Of-Year Trends For SaaS And Software Purchases. In the U.S., B2B Versus B2C Quarterly Sales.

Payment Methods 148

Payment Methods Payment Solutions SaaS Payments Software Review 148

Subscription Flow

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Subscription pricing with the help of automated billing software has transformed many industries and provided businesses with a dynamic way to generate revenue, especially in the SaaS space. Moreover, developing a profitable pricing strategy requires consistent model testing and compliance with international tax laws.

SaaS Payments 105

SaaS Payments Payment Services Payments Payment Solutions 105

Blulogix

AUGUST 16, 2024

By BluLogix Team Managing Usage and Provisioning Complexity in Subscription-Based Services Subscription-based services are becoming increasingly popular, but managing usage and provisioning can be complex. These analytics provide insights into customer behavior, service trends, and potential issues, allowing for proactive management.

Subscription 59

Subscription Payment Features Management Pricing 59

Subscription Flow

MARCH 20, 2024

SimpleCirc stands out as a noteworthy option when looking into subscription management software because of its intuitive user interface and effective subscriber data handling. Smaller companies or niche publications looking for ease of use for handling their subscription operations will find its streamlined approach especially appealing.

Payment Services 105

Payment Services Payment Solutions Payments Payment Methods 105

Blulogix

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Technological Innovations: Delving deeper into the role of AI, machine learning, blockchain, and other emerging technologies, the whitepaper explores how these advancements are revolutionizing billing, subscription management, and customer engagement.

AI Search 97

AI Search Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Blockchain 97

Stax

APRIL 17, 2025

Key features to look for in a POS system include sales processing, inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), reporting, multi-location & omnichannel selling, and security & compliance. You can generate daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports and track sales trends, peak hours, and best-selling products.

Payment Methods 88

Payment Methods Payment Solutions Point of Sale Payment Services 88

FastSpring

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Merchant of record and payment services provider platforms may each offer varying levels of additional features, such as integrations and API connections, subscription management functionality, customer support, and more. FastSpring’s dashboards enable users to dig into reporting around revenue, subscriptions, and even chargebacks.

Payments 159

Payments Payment Methods Payment Services Merchant Services 159

Panintelligence

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Its subscription-based model ensures flexibility and scalability, allowing organizations to easily adapt to evolving demands and access cutting-edge AI capabilities. Accountability and transparency: SaaS organizations, especially high-stakes ones, such as AI-driven compliance tools, must have clear and traceable responsibility.

SaaS Payments 52

SaaS Payments Merchant Services Payment Services Artificial Intelligence 52