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Plastic Jungle Selected as an AlwaysOn Global 250 Winner

July 26, 2010 | Written by: KC

We are thrilled to announce AlwaysOn has selected Plastic Jungle as an AlwaysOn Global 250 Winner! We couldn’t be more excited and wanted to share this exciting news with our readers and community. The following article was posted today (7/26) on Marketwire.
Plastic Jungle Selected by AlwaysOn as an AlwaysOn Global 250 Winner
Recognized for creating technology … Read more

Game On! Turn Gift Cards Into Game Points

May 4, 2010 | Written by: KC

Earlier today, we announced the launch of a new virtual currency exchange with Offerpal Media (the leader in virtual currency payment alternatives).  You can now trade in gift cards for purchasing power within thousands of the Web’s top online games, virtual worlds and social networks on Offerpal’s new site, GamePoints.com (currently in beta – congrats … Read more

NBC Chicago News – Turn Unwanted Gift Cards Into Cash

April 22, 2010 | Written by: KC

Plastic Jungle was featured on NBC-Chicago News this past week.  A frequent customer of Plastic Jungle, Kris Choma expresses the benefit of selling gift cards: “a gift card has no value if you can’t use it.”
If you find yourself with a gift card that you will not have an opportunity to spend for whatever reason, … Read more

2010 Revenue Outpaces Last Year

April 19, 2010 | Written by: KC

Not yet four months into the year, and our revenue to date in 2010 has just surpassed what we generated in all of 2009 (which was up approximately 400% over 2008).  Officially, we crossed the mark last Friday (April 16th).
This is cause to celebrate!  Woot Woot!!
Giving us even more reason to cheer:
You are turning your … Read more

Gift Cards You Loved in March 2010

April 12, 2010 | Written by: KC

With the promise of spring, the release of the iPad, and home improvement projects in the works… it is no surprise to see clothing, electronics, and department store gift cards topping the charts.
Most purchased gift cards in March 2010 include:
1. Walmart Gift Cards
2. Best Buy Gift Cards
3. Home Depot Gift Cards
4. Target Gift Cards
5. Lands’ … Read more

Gift Cards You Loved in February 2010

March 1, 2010 | Written by: KC

Discounted gift cards on PlasticJungle.com provide a new way to save money – on top of any coupons, sales, or promotions your favorite retailer or restaurant may offer!
Brands purchased most frequently in February 2010:

Best Buy Gift Cards
The Home Depot Gift Cards
Lowe’s Gift Cards
Walmart Gift Cards
Macy’s Gift Cards
Lands’ End Gift Cards / Sears Gift Cards / … Read more

Javelin Predicts Growth in Online Gift Card Sales

February 26, 2010 | Written by: KC

Yesterday, results from a consumer study done in Nov ‘09 by Javelin Strategy & Research were published at Internet Retailer.
Quick highlights:

Javelin predicts online gift card sales will grow at a 29% CAGR over the next several years and will reach $5.86B in 2014 (online gift card sales were $1.6B in 2009)
41% of their respondents indicated … Read more

Gift Cards You Loved in January 2010

February 10, 2010 | Written by: KC

Savvy shoppers on Plastic Jungle buy gift cards to save money in a whole new way!
Brands purchased most frequently in January 2010:
1.) Macy’s Gift Cards
2.) Walmart Gift Cards
3.) Best Buy Gift Cards
4.) Target Gift Cards
5.) The Home Depot Gift Cards
6.) Land’s End Gift Cards, Sears Gift Cards, Kmart Gift Cards (these gift cards can be … Read more

Plastic Jungle Sees Traffic to Sell Gift Cards in January More than Double

February 9, 2010 | Written by: KC

At Plastic Jungle, we are laser focused on helping shoppers get the most from their gift cards through our innovative, convenient, and safe gift card exchange.  We want to provide the biggest savings with discounted gift cards and pay top dollar for your unwanted gift cards.  In short, we hope to help you save … Read more

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Aid for Haiti – Your Unwanted Gift Cards Can Help Provide Earthquake Relief

January 13, 2010 | Written by: KC

By now, you’ve probably heard about the devastating 7.0 earthquake and subsequent aftershocks in Port au Prince (Haiti’s capital) Tuesday afternoon.  Apparently this was the worst earthquake in the region in more than 200 years.  And while there have been many reports of the extensive damage that has occurred, the death and injury toll has … Read more