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Glasgow Times
7 days ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
PayPoint offers Counter Cash for free with no ATM fees
As bank branches close and many ATMs bring in fees, getting at your cash for free is increasingly difficult in many areas. So called 'cash deserts' have sprung up in many villages and residential areas, as large stretches have no access to cash - or only ATMs that charge - often fees of around £2, even for a withdrawal of £10. Now, convenience shops may have the answer. Around 30,000 shops across the UK now have PayPoint terminals, where customers can pay bills, drop off parcels, use energy credit vouchers, top up gas cards, electricity keys or Smart Meter cards. Now, a growing number are also offering cash - from 1p to £50 - without a charge, and without customers even needing to make a purchase. It's particularly useful for account holders who may have less than £10 or £30 in an account, as they can get smaller amounts out in coins, a bit at a time. PayPoint Counter Cash gives access to cash at thousands of shops across the country, as parenting blogger Men Behaving Dadly shared this week. He said: "If you're anything like me, you really lose your s*** when you finally find an ATM and it's one of those that fleece you for a £1.85 fee before you can get your own money out. Somehow, I've only just discovered that loads and loads of convenience stores with PayPoint (they're literally everywhere, only outnumbered by vape shops and Costa) offer something called 'Counter Cash.'
South Wales Argus
14-06-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
PayPoint offers Counter Cash for free with no ATM fees
As bank branches close and many ATMs bring in fees, getting at your cash for free is increasingly difficult in many areas. So called 'cash deserts' have sprung up in many villages and residential areas, as large stretches have no access to cash - or only ATMs that charge - often fees of around £2, even for a withdrawal of £10. Now, convenience shops may have the answer. Around 30,000 shops across the UK now have PayPoint terminals, where customers can pay bills, drop off parcels, use energy credit vouchers, top up gas cards, electricity keys or Smart Meter cards. Now, a growing number are also offering cash - from 1p to £50 - without a charge, and without customers even needing to make a purchase. It's particularly useful for account holders who may have less than £10 or £30 in an account, as they can get smaller amounts out in coins, a bit at a time. PayPoint Counter Cash gives access to cash at thousands of shops across the country, as parenting blogger Men Behaving Dadly shared this week. He said: "If you're anything like me, you really lose your s*** when you finally find an ATM and it's one of those that fleece you for a £1.85 fee before you can get your own money out. Somehow, I've only just discovered that loads and loads of convenience stores with PayPoint (they're literally everywhere, only outnumbered by vape shops and Costa) offer something called 'Counter Cash.'
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
CORRECTING and REPLACING Smart Meter Selected By 9amHealth for Major Employer Weight Management Programs Using Cellular Weight Scale
TAMPA, Fla., June 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release dated June 11, 2025 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The updated release reads: SMART METER SELECTED BY 9AMHEALTH FOR MAJOR EMPLOYER WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS USING CELLULAR WEIGHT SCALE Smart Meter, a pioneer in cellular-enabled weight scale technology, today announced a strategic supply agreement with 9amHealth, a leading provider of comprehensive weight management and cardiometabolic benefits for large employers. This collaboration integrates Smart Meter's advanced cellular weight scales into 9amHealth's multi-disciplinary care platform, delivering real-time health data and enhanced outcomes for employees at major technology companies and Fortune 500 organizations. Addressing Critical Gaps in Employee Weight Management for Millions of Americans The partnership addresses a significant challenge identified by leading employers: while lifestyle changes remain the foundation of managing weight, traditional approaches often lack the consistent monitoring and data integration required to achieve and maintain goals. With major tech companies already deploying 9amHealth's solution, the addition of Smart Meter's cellular scales provides seamless, automatic data collection that eliminates barriers to consistent tracking. "We're seeing tremendous demand from large employers who want to move beyond BMI-only assessments and provide their employees with easy-to-use technology to support better weight management," said Casey Pittock, CEO at Smart Meter. "Our cellular scales integrate perfectly with 9amHealth's clinical approach, providing real-time data that allows physicians, pharmacists, and dietitians to deliver personalized care." Enhancing Clinical Care with Real-Time Data 9amHealth's evidence-based program combines physicians, pharmacists, and registered dietitians trained in obesity care, available virtually across all 50 states. The integration of Smart Meter's cellular scales enhances this care model by: Automatic Data Transmission: Eliminating the need for manual weight logging, reducing friction in the patient experience Real-Time Clinical Insights: Enabling care teams to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans promptly Comprehensive Metabolic Monitoring: Supporting early identification of conditions like prediabetes and diabetes Seamless Integration: Connecting directly with 9amHealth's clinical platform without requiring additional apps or devices "Nearly 10% of new members enrolling in our weight health and cardiometabolic program are found to have previously undiagnosed prediabetes or diabetes," said Dr. Avantika Waring, MD, Chief Medical Officer at 9amHealth. "Smart Meter's cellular scales give us consistent, reliable data that supports early identification of risk patterns and enables more personalized interventions—focused on improving overall health, not just weight loss." Breaking Down Barriers to Participation The device, data, and service agreement specifically addresses socioeconomic challenges that have historically limited participation in employer weight management programs. By removing the complexity of manual tracking and providing technology that works regardless of geographic location, the solution serves remote populations with varying: Cultural preferences around health monitoring Technical comfort levels Geographic limitations Previous experiences with weight management programs Proven Results with Major Technology Companies Leading technology companies have already implemented 9amHealth's comprehensive program, recognizing weight care as an entry point to broader health support for employees with comorbidities. The addition of Smart Meter's cellular scales strengthens these deployments by providing: Consistent engagement through automated tracking Reduced administrative burden on HR teams Enhanced clinical outcomes through better data quality Improved employee satisfaction through simplified user experience Meeting Employees Where They Are Unlike traditional programs that require employees to repeat previous lifestyle interventions before accessing additional care, the 9amHealth solution meets each person where they are in their health journey. Smart Meter's Cellular scales support this philosophy by providing immediate, judgment-free data collection that integrates seamlessly with comprehensive care plans ranging from lifestyle coaching to GLP-1 prescriptions and bariatric surgery referrals when appropriate. About Smart Meter, LLC Smart Meter is the trusted supplier of Remote Patient Monitoring ("RPM") solutions. The company's technology and services empower a nationwide network of SmartPartnersTM who are working directly with healthcare providers to transform patient care. Millions of vital health data readings are reliably delivered across the company's secure platform to enable real-time, better-informed health care. The company's proprietary patient-friendly cellular FDA-registered monitoring devices are connected to an exclusive AT&T 4/5G network to ensure an engaging patient experience for improved adherence. For more information, visit About 9amHealth 9amHealth offers complete cardiometabolic care—a first-of-its-kind, whole-body approach to preventing and treating obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. They partner with employers, health plans, and PBMs to provide effective health benefits for those living with chronic conditions. Their members receive personalized care plans, prescription delivery, at-home lab tests, and unlimited specialist access. 9amHealth was founded in 2021 by the team behind mySugr and is backed by 7Wire Ventures, Cigna Ventures, Human Capital, Founders Fund, and Define Ventures. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Media Contact Keith 336-509-8024 Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
13-06-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
CORRECTING and REPLACING Smart Meter Selected By 9amHealth for Major Employer Weight Management Programs Using Cellular Weight Scale
TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release dated June 11, 2025 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The updated release reads: SMART METER SELECTED BY 9AMHEALTH FOR MAJOR EMPLOYER WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS USING CELLULAR WEIGHT SCALE Smart Meter, a pioneer in cellular-enabled weight scale technology, today announced a strategic supply agreement with 9amHealth, a leading provider of comprehensive weight management and cardiometabolic benefits for large employers. This collaboration integrates Smart Meter's advanced cellular weight scales into 9amHealth's multi-disciplinary care platform, delivering real-time health data and enhanced outcomes for employees at major technology companies and Fortune 500 organizations. Addressing Critical Gaps in Employee Weight Management for Millions of Americans The partnership addresses a significant challenge identified by leading employers: while lifestyle changes remain the foundation of managing weight, traditional approaches often lack the consistent monitoring and data integration required to achieve and maintain goals. With major tech companies already deploying 9amHealth's solution, the addition of Smart Meter's cellular scales provides seamless, automatic data collection that eliminates barriers to consistent tracking. "We're seeing tremendous demand from large employers who want to move beyond BMI-only assessments and provide their employees with easy-to-use technology to support better weight management," said Casey Pittock, CEO at Smart Meter. "Our cellular scales integrate perfectly with 9amHealth's clinical approach, providing real-time data that allows physicians, pharmacists, and dietitians to deliver personalized care." Enhancing Clinical Care with Real-Time Data 9amHealth's evidence-based program combines physicians, pharmacists, and registered dietitians trained in obesity care, available virtually across all 50 states. The integration of Smart Meter's cellular scales enhances this care model by: Automatic Data Transmission: Eliminating the need for manual weight logging, reducing friction in the patient experience Real-Time Clinical Insights: Enabling care teams to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans promptly Comprehensive Metabolic Monitoring: Supporting early identification of conditions like prediabetes and diabetes Seamless Integration: Connecting directly with 9amHealth's clinical platform without requiring additional apps or devices 'Nearly 10% of new members enrolling in our weight health and cardiometabolic program are found to have previously undiagnosed prediabetes or diabetes,' said Dr. Avantika Waring, MD, Chief Medical Officer at 9amHealth. 'Smart Meter's cellular scales give us consistent, reliable data that supports early identification of risk patterns and enables more personalized interventions—focused on improving overall health, not just weight loss.' Breaking Down Barriers to Participation The device, data, and service agreement specifically addresses socioeconomic challenges that have historically limited participation in employer weight management programs. By removing the complexity of manual tracking and providing technology that works regardless of geographic location, the solution serves remote populations with varying: Cultural preferences around health monitoring Technical comfort levels Geographic limitations Previous experiences with weight management programs Proven Results with Major Technology Companies Leading technology companies have already implemented 9amHealth's comprehensive program, recognizing weight care as an entry point to broader health support for employees with comorbidities. The addition of Smart Meter's cellular scales strengthens these deployments by providing: Consistent engagement through automated tracking Reduced administrative burden on HR teams Enhanced clinical outcomes through better data quality Improved employee satisfaction through simplified user experience Meeting Employees Where They Are Unlike traditional programs that require employees to repeat previous lifestyle interventions before accessing additional care, the 9amHealth solution meets each person where they are in their health journey. Smart Meter's Cellular scales support this philosophy by providing immediate, judgment-free data collection that integrates seamlessly with comprehensive care plans ranging from lifestyle coaching to GLP-1 prescriptions and bariatric surgery referrals when appropriate. About Smart Meter, LLC Smart Meter is the trusted supplier of Remote Patient Monitoring ('RPM') solutions. The company's technology and services empower a nationwide network of Smart Partners TM who are working directly with healthcare providers to transform patient care. Millions of vital health data readings are reliably delivered across the company's secure platform to enable real-time, better-informed health care. The company's proprietary patient-friendly cellular FDA-registered monitoring devices are connected to an exclusive AT&T 4/5G network to ensure an engaging patient experience for improved adherence. For more information, visit About 9amHealth 9amHealth offers complete cardiometabolic care—a first-of-its-kind, whole-body approach to preventing and treating obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. They partner with employers, health plans, and PBMs to provide effective health benefits for those living with chronic conditions. Their members receive personalized care plans, prescription delivery, at-home lab tests, and unlimited specialist access. 9amHealth was founded in 2021 by the team behind mySugr and is backed by 7Wire Ventures, Cigna Ventures, Human Capital, Founders Fund, and Define Ventures. Learn more at
The Herald Scotland
13-06-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
PayPoint offers Counter Cash for free with no ATM fees
As bank branches close and many ATMs bring in fees, getting at your cash for free is increasingly difficult in many areas. So called 'cash deserts' have sprung up in many villages and residential areas, as large stretches have no access to cash - or only ATMs that charge - often fees of around £2, even for a withdrawal of £10. Now, convenience shops may have the answer. Around 30,000 shops across the UK now have PayPoint terminals, where customers can pay bills, drop off parcels, use energy credit vouchers, top up gas cards, electricity keys or Smart Meter cards. Now, a growing number are also offering cash - from 1p to £50 - without a charge, and without customers even needing to make a purchase. It's particularly useful for account holders who may have less than £10 or £30 in an account, as they can get smaller amounts out in coins, a bit at a time. PayPoint Counter Cash gives access to cash at thousands of shops across the country, as parenting blogger Men Behaving Dadly shared this week. He said: "If you're anything like me, you really lose your s*** when you finally find an ATM and it's one of those that fleece you for a £1.85 fee before you can get your own money out. Somehow, I've only just discovered that loads and loads of convenience stores with PayPoint (they're literally everywhere, only outnumbered by vape shops and Costa) offer something called 'Counter Cash.'
