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The Credit Card Competition Act purports to reduce fees on credit card purchases, saying businesses will save money and then reduce prices — leading to savings for consumers. History tells us this isn't true. So what is this legislation, how does it relate to credit card rewards, why should you care? These are the latest developments.

Earning rates on Citi cards are among the best available. With the right combo of cards, you can earn 5x in a category of your choice; 3x on dining, gas, and travel; and 2x on all other purchases. And you'll pay just $95 in total to hold all three cards each year! Here's how to put together a winning Citi card trifecta and build a substantial balance of ThankYou Points in a relatively short period.

Citi ThankYou just launched a 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. Now through October 14, 2023, you will receive a 30% bonus when you transfer Citi ThankYou points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. From 6k-point domestic awards on Delta to 27k-point ANA business class awards to Japan, here are some examples of the incredible value that unlocks.

Avianca LifeMiles just launched a new transfer bonus from Capital One miles to Avianca LifeMiles. Here's a look at how you can get 15% more LifeMiles when transferring from Capital One miles until September 30, 2023. From domestic United flights for 5,700 Capital One miles to business class to Europe for 30,500 Capital One miles, here are some of the incredible sweet spots this unlocks.

Singapore Spontaneous Escapes price-busting award bookings are back again! For flights in October, you can save 30% off KrisFlyer award bookings between the U.S. and England or Singapore, plus dozens more routes between Singapore and its many destinations. Book one-way award flights starting at just 5,950 KrisFlyer miles. However, you need to book by September 30, so act fast. Here are charts of all eligible routes this month.

Starting today, Point.Me users will start seeing the option to "QuickLook" at award availability on select routes. Instead of waiting to search for live award pricing, this new feature shows data from recent searches performed on the same route and dates. And you'll see those results in a matter of seconds rather than waiting for minutes. Here's how it works.

The next phase of the forced breakup of American Airlines and JetBlue's Northeast Alliance was just unveiled. Starting early next year, American Airlines AAdvantage members will no longer earn AAdvantage miles, qualify for lounge access, or enjoy elite status perks when flying on JetBlue flights. Here's the latest details of the Northeast Alliance breakup.

Bilt Rewards just announced a new partnership with hotel award-searching tool Awayz. Starting today (September 14, 2023), Bilt members can now perform up to 50 hotel award searches per month for free through the Bilt App. All Bilt members need to do is update their app to see this newest feature. Here's how this new tool works and how this integration can be a big time saver.

Hyatt just announced a new round of Bonus Journeys promotions. You can register now to earn 3,000 bonus points for every three nights stayed. Plus, Hyatt credit cardholders can earn 1,000 bonus points at hotels in 13 countries. Both promotions are valid for stays through November 30, 2023. Here's how to register and the full details of each promotion.

Today only, you can get 95% cash back on LifeLock subscriptions via Rakuten. Even better, you can choose to receive your rewards as American Express Membership Rewards instead of cash back. That means you can earn a whopping 95X Membership Rewards points per dollar spent! Here are the details of this incredible offer.