Executive Summary: Mudflap is a service that enables truck drivers and small fleet operators to get discounts at fuel stations around the United States. Mudflap makes money from referral fees, which are paid by the fuel stations that it has partnered with. The company operates on an affiliate business model, meaning it generates income by … Read more
Executive Summary: CoinOut is a rewards app that allows its members to earn cashback in exchange for scanning their receipts. CoinOut makes money from referral fees as well as by selling aggregated data about shopping behavior on its platform. Founded in 2015, the company has since grown to one of the biggest rewards apps in … Read more
Executive Summary: Bilt Rewards is a loyalty program that enables customers to earn cashback rewards for paying their rent. Bilt Rewards makes money through interchange fees as well as referral fees from its property management and other partners. Founded in 2019, Bilt Rewards has grown at a rapid pace. The firm is now valued at … Read more
The advent of the internet has led to a new monetization strategy for creators and companies alike: affiliate marketing. I’ve seen the power of affiliate marketing firsthand during my stint at iPrice, Southeast Asia’s largest price comparison site. The following article will define what affiliate businesses are, how they make money, what pros and cons … Read more
Executive Summary: UNiDAYS is a global affinity network that provides exclusive deals and discounts of up to 50 percent to students. UNiDAYS makes money through commissions paid by its brand partners as well as through marketing services. It operates under an affiliate business model. Founded in 2011, it is now the leading platform of its … Read more
Executive Summary: Seated is an app that pays its users for trying out new restaurants. Participating members can earn up to 30 percent on restaurant reservations. Seated makes money via affiliate fees. Those commissions are paid by the restaurants on its platform whenever a customer dines at their venue. Founded in 2017, Seated is now … Read more
Executive Summary: Strike is an online real estate agency that allows users to purchase and sell a home without paying the associated agent fees. Strike makes money via premium services as well as from referral fees paid out by the companies it partners with. Founded in 2007, Strike is now one of the biggest online … Read more
Executive Summary: BlueStacks is an emulator that allows Mac and Windows users to run almost any available Android app on their desktop devices. BlueStacks makes money by promoting other games, through referral fees, as well as via video advertising. Founded in 2008, BlueStacks has managed to accrue over one billion downloads as well as raise … Read more
Executive Summary: CoinGecko is a platform that allows users to track the price development of blockchain-related assets like cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens, futures, and more. CoinGecko makes money via referral fees, advertising, premium subscriptions, its commercial API, donations, book sales, as well as profits from investing in other businesses. Launched in 2014, CoinGecko has grown to … Read more
Executive Summary: Shazam is an application that can help users identify music, movies, and other audio-visual content based on a short listening snippet. Shazam generates revenue through referral fees. These fees are paid whenever a user signs up for a music streaming service via the app or purchases a concert ticket. Founded in 2000, Shazam … Read more