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 T he world of personal finance and consumer spending was revolutionized in 1958 , when Bank of America introduced the BankAmericard , the first true consumer credit card. Launched in Fresno, California , this innovation laid the groundwork for the modern credit card industry and eventually evolved into Visa  the world's largest electronic payment network. A Revolutionary Concept: Revolving Credit Before BankAmericard, charge cards like Diners Club existed, but they required full payment at the end of each billing cycle. BankAmericard changed the game by introducing revolving credit , a system that allowed cardholders to carry a balance and make incremental payments over time. This made credit more accessible and convenient for everyday consumers, especially the middle class. Early Challenges and Rapid Expansion Despite its groundbreaking model, the BankAmericard faced serious obstacles in its infancy. The card saw a 22% delinquency rate , experienced widespread frau...