Variable Recurring Payments Could Replace Subscriptions—And Consumers Will Finally Gain Control

Variable Recurring Payments Could Replace Subscriptions—And Consumers Will Finally Gain Control

Variable recurring payments are quietly rewriting one of the most broken systems in digital commerce: subscriptions. For years, consumers have tolerated rigid monthly charges, hidden renewals, failed cancellations, and surprise bills. In 2026, that model is finally being challenged by a smarter alternative built on open banking rails. Instead of fixed subscriptions that charge the … Read more