Mixed Views: More consumers see economic conditions improving while more rate their finances as poor according to the Discover U.S. Spending Monitor.

Confidence Falls: Small business owners' confidence in the economy soured significantly from July to August in the largest one-month decline since November 2009.

Seeing Orange: Discover is new title sponsor of college football's Orange Bowl game in Miami, partnership includes the 2013 Discover national championship game.

Discover Listens: The International Quality & Productivity Center recognizes Discover for turning customer feedback into action.

Best Places to Work: Discover ranks among the best and most dynamic work environments for IT professionals for the eighth straight year by Computerworld.

New Advertising: Discover's latest campaign highlights the superior, award-winning customer service in contrast to consumer frustration within the industry.

Gift Cards Via Phone: Discover and Firethorn Holdings, LLC announce a collaborative agreement to offer Firethorn's upcoming mobile gift card application over the Discover Network.

Consumer Spending Poll: Consumer confidence fell for the third straight month in July, and more people are planning to reduce their overall spending in the month ahead.

More Value: Discover offers more rewards redemption options by adding hundreds of brand-name merchandise.

Global Alliance: International agreement will boost transaction volume and provide access for DinaCard cardholders outside of Serbia.

Summer Travel Intentions: Despite a drop in the Discover U.S. Spending Monitor, more consumers planning to increase spending on summer vacations this year.

Small Business Survey: Oil spill, stock market, European debt crisis having negative effects on U.S. small business owners.

2Q Earnings: Discover announces second quarter results.

Summer Savings and Fun: Discover is now the "Official Credit Card" of all U.S. Six Flags parks offering cardmembers discounts and exclusive experiences.

Debit Use Stays Strong: The debit market remains robust in the weakened economy, says 2010 Debit Issuer Study from PULSE.

New Affinity Partnership: Discover Bank forms partnership with American Association of Individual Investors members.