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Dynamic Yield by Mastercard Unveils Shopping Muse: The Next Generation Personal Retail Assistant
December 1 2023
Bolstered by advanced personalization capabilities, the generative AI-based tool redefines a tailored retail experience Dynamic […]
Pluto announces strategic partnership with Mastercard to transform corporate spend management solutions
November 30 2023
Pluto, a leading provider of financial corporate spend management solutions in the UAE, has announced […]
Mastercard and Industrial Development Bank Partner to Advance the Digital Transformation in Egypt
November 23 2023
The Industrial Development Bank (IDB) has announced its partnership with Mastercard to drive financial inclusion […]
Taulia and Mastercard Partner to Launch Virtual Card B2B Payments Solution
November 21 2023
Taulia, a leading provider of working capital management solutions, has partnered with Mastercard to launch […]
Mastercard partners with areeba to enable modern payment platforms for Fintechs in the Middle East
November 20 2023
Mastercard has entered a long-term strategic collaboration with areeba, a leading payment processing service provider […]
Mastercard JV Approved to Begin Domestic Payments Processing in China
November 20 2023
Mastercard today announced that its joint venture entity, Mastercard NUCC Information Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd., […]
Feedzai and Mastercard to expand crypto fraud protection for consumers globally
November 20 2023
Feedzai a financial crime and risk management solution, and Mastercard – a global technology company […]
Mastercard Spearheads South Africa's Digital Payments Evolution with New Local Investments in Technology Infrastructure
November 20 2023
Mastercard announced the completion of significant new technological infrastructure that will enable the tech company […]
Eurasian Bank Partners with Mastercard to Launch the First Digital Tenge Card
November 17 2023
At the XI Congress of Financiers of Kazakhstan, a new central bank digital currency (CBDC)-linked […]
Mastercard and CARE partner to launch Strive Women
November 17 2023
At the APEC CEO Summit, Mastercard’s Center for Inclusive Growth (the Center) and CARE, an […]
Sibos Highlights 2023
November 15 2023
Sibos is over for another year, but we had a blast! Get a flavour of […]
Technology Remains the Key Delta in the Race for Cross-Border Payments Domination, Reports The Payments Association
November 15 2023
The Payments Association, which celebrates innovation and collaboration across the payments industry, has released a […]
Mastercard and NEC collaborate to advance in-store biometric payments
November 14 2023
The partnership will bring the Biometric Checkout Program to the Asia Pacific region, expanding reach […]
Mastercard Partners with FD Global Connections to Accelerate Governance and Risk Management Capabilities Amongst Australian Fintechs
November 14 2023
Mastercard is supporting Australia’s fintech industry with a new program, launched in collaboration with FD […]
Saudi Awwal Bank partners with Mastercard to offer greater access to secure digital transactions
November 13 2023
Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) has partnered with Mastercard to offer consumers across the country greater […]
Mastercard and Ottu partner to boost payment access across GCC through Mastercard Gateway
November 9 2023
Mastercard, a global technology company in the payments industry, has signed a memorandum of understanding […]
IDVerse Offers the Mastercard Engage Partner Program An Inclusive Digital First Experience
November 9 2023
World-leading digital ID verification company IDVerse (previously known as OCR Labs Global) today announces joining […]
XS.com Introduces XS Prepaid Mastercard Integrated with “XS Cards” Mobile App
November 8 2023
XS.com, the global FinTech and financial services provider, has today announced that it has introduced […]
Mastercard Demonstrates How Existing Commercial Bank Rails Could Drive Adoption of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the Future
November 7 2023
Mastercard today announced that it has completed the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s (HKMA) e-HKD Pilot […]
Mastercard Announces New Leadership Appointments in Corporate Security
November 3 2023
As part of its ongoing commitment to cybersecurity innovation, Mastercard announced Chief Security Officer Ron […]
Mastercard SpendingPulse reveal Hospitality sector set for a Christmas boost as shoppers hit the high street
November 3 2023
There will be a return to bricks and mortar retail this festive season as people […]
First Abu Dhabi Bank introduces SlicePay BNPL card in the UAE powered by Mastercard
November 3 2023
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has entered a strategic partnership with Mastercard to launch the […]
Mastercard Partners With Live Nation to Offer Exclusive Live Music Benefits and Experiences for Cardholders Around the World
November 2 2023
Mastercard today announces its multi-year partnership with Live Nation, the world’s leading live entertainment company, […]
Navan Expands “BYOC” Capabilities With Launch of Navan Connect Across Europe
November 2 2023
Navan, the all-in-one solution that makes travel and expense easy, today announced the international expansion of […]
Demand for cross-border payments projected to accelerate over next 12 months
November 1 2023
As a growing number of people move overseas for jobs that allow them to better […]
Mastercard and EedenBull Introduce Card and Spend Management Solution for SMEs in APAC
November 1 2023
Mastercard and Norwegian fintech company EedenBull have announced the launch of a cards and spend […]
Aurionpro Transit and Mastercard to Provide Fast and Convenient Digital Payment Solutions for Commuters
October 30 2023
Mastercard has partnered with Aurionpro Transit, a leading global provider of smart ticketing and payment […]
Mastercard further expands consulting services with AI and Economics practices and Digital Labs for fast-tracked solutions
October 23 2023
Mastercard today announced the expansion of its consulting business with the launch of new practices […]
Q2 Partners with Mastercard® to Bring Debit and Prepaid Card Programs to Helix Customers
October 20 2023
Q2 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: QTWO), a leading provider of digital transformation solutions for banking and […]
J.P. Morgan and Mastercard take Pay-by-bank live
October 20 2023
J.P. Morgan Payments’ Pay-by-bank solution, which provides billers with the ability to allow their customers […]
Mastercard and Pemo partner to fuel UAE’s SME sector
October 20 2023
Mastercard and Pemo, a UAE-based fintech startup that supports businesses across the Middle East, North […]
Mastercard and Remitly join forces to expand access to cross-border payments
October 19 2023
Mastercard and Remitly Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: RELY) (“Remitly”), a leading digital financial services provider for […]
AI and sustainability are top priorities for the UK’s small businesses, but many say they’re being held back by rising costs and lack of resources
October 19 2023
Small businesses in the UK are embracing AI and prioritising sustainability but are being held […]
Mastercard: Advancing Global Open Banking to Empower Choice and Instill Trust
October 17 2023
Mastercard is partnering with leading players across the ecosystem, including Worldpay from FIS, the merchant […]
NatWest and Mastercard make it easier and quicker for customers to shop online
October 12 2023
NatWest Group is the first UK bank to enable Click to Pay for all its […]
Mastercard demonstrates interoperable CBDC for trusted Web3 commerce in Australia and beyond
October 12 2023
Mastercard today announced that it has successfully demonstrated capabilities of a new solution that enables […]
Galileo First to Attain Multi-market Mastercard Certification in Latin America
October 11 2023
Galileo Financial Technologies, LLC, a leading financial technology company owned and operated independently by SoFi […]
New open-banking powered tool launches to help people build credit score via everyday spending as one in four are denied credit due to a poor score
October 9 2023
New research shows a quarter (23%) of Brits have been denied credit due to their […]
Mastercard Offers Digital and Data Apprenticeships to Its Employees
October 6 2023
Mastercard has launched new apprenticeships to help its employees learn new skills, improve career development […]
Mastercard announces new partnerships with Instacart and Peacock Providing Greater Value and Convenience to Consumers
October 5 2023
Today, every Mastercard cardholder in the U.S. has access to valuable benefits, including critical safety, […]
Galileo Expands Buy Now, Pay Later Lender Offering to Help Lenders Reach Small Businesses, Leveraging the Mastercard Network
October 5 2023
Galileo Financial Technologies, LLC, a leading financial technology company owned and operated independently by SoFi […]
Mastercard Names Former Head of UK's Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) as Senior Advisor
October 5 2023
Mastercard today named Sir Jeremy Fleming as senior advisor. He will contribute to the company’s […]
Ila Bank launches ‘ila Rewards’ – a customizable credit card rewards program with Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines
October 3 2023
ila Bank, the digital mobile-only bank powered by Bank ABC, has unveiled a new credit […]
Mastercard Partners with Rochester Institute of Technology in Dubai to Foster AI Talent and Accelerate Innovation
September 27 2023
With AI playing an increasingly transformational role across our lives, Mastercard and the Rochester Institute […]
Mercedes-Benz Teams up With Mastercard to Introduce Native In-Car Payments at the Pump: Pay by Fingerprint Directly in the Car With Mercedes pay+
September 25 2023
Mercedes-Benz customers in Germany can now start the fueling process directly from their vehicle and […]
Oracle and Mastercard Enable Customers to Get Faster Access to Working Capital
September 19 2023
Oracle and Mastercard today announced a new partnership to help enterprise customers automate end-to-end business-to-business […]
Saxo Bank and Mastercard launch open banking payments for investment accounts
September 19 2023
Saxo Bank and Mastercard are announcing a partnership to implement open banking payments in Saxo […]
Oobit Tap & Pay With Crypto Solution Opens Everyday Spending To Web3
September 14 2023
Oobit, a leading mobile payment app, is set to revolutionize the adoption of cryptocurrencies as […]
Paymentology Partners with Nelo: Creating the Bridge for In-Person Transactions in Mexico
September 12 2023
Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announces its partnership with Nelo, a consumer payments platform in […]
Mastercard and Paysend Expand Global Collaboration to Enhance Cross-Border Payments for SMEs
September 12 2023
Mastercard and Paysend, a UK-based fintech, have today expanded their collaboration to enhance cross-border payments […]
Mastercard and Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance collaborate to boost financial inclusion
September 11 2023
Mastercard has joined forces with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), a renowned […]
Mastercard and Fintech Saudi partner to accelerate the digital transformation of the fintech industry in the Kingdom
September 6 2023
Mastercard and Fintech Saudi have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding during Seamless […]
The Paytech Show 6.15: Payments Pressure
September 4 2023
In this episode of The Paytech Show, we host Brian Hanrahan, CEO of Nuapay, Alan […]
Mastercard Launches Solution to Enhance Security of Guest Checkout Transactions
September 1 2023
Mastercard today announced the launch of ALT ID solution for guest checkout transactions. ALT ID […]
Nexo Rolls out Dual Mode Capability on its Signature Crypto Mastercard
August 31 2023
Nexo, the leading institution for digital assets, is redefining daily crypto transactions by unveiling the […]
IDEX Biometrics payment card solution fully certified by Mastercard
August 30 2023
IDEX Biometrics has successfully completed the full Mastercard certification and received Conformity Compliance Statement (CCS) […]
Nuvei Offers APAC’s Online Traders Instant Cash-Outs via Mastercard Send™
August 29 2023
Canadian fintech company Nuvei (Nasdaq: NVEI) (TSX: NVEI) and Mastercard today announced that they will enable near […]
BMO Launches Mobile Wallet for Virtual Cards with Mastercard and Extend
August 29 2023
BMO Commercial Bank clients in the U.S. and Canada now have access to even greater […]
International Card Networks Partner With Alipay in Major China Drive on the 30-Day Countdown to the Asian Games
August 24 2023
International card networks, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB, and Discover® Global Network, are launching a major […]
The UAE government partnership with MasterCard to accelerate adoption of artificial intelligence
August 24 2023
The UAE’s Artificial intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office and Mastercard today signed […]
Mastercard and Checkout.com partner to enable instant wallet top-ups for Careem
August 21 2023
In partnership with Mastercard and Checkout.com, Careem Pay has integrated Mastercard Send to enable customers […]
Mastercard collaborates with Qashio to promote cashless society in UAE’s corporate sector
August 21 2023
Mastercard, a global technology company, is partnering with UAE-founded spend management fintech company Qashio to launch corporate […]
Mastercard selects Fluency as its New CBDC Partner
August 21 2023
Mastercard, a global leader in payment solutions, recently announced Fluency as its CBDC partner, as […]
Riskified announces enhanced partnership with global payments leader Mastercard
August 17 2023
Riskified (NYSE:RSKD), a leader in ecommerce fraud and risk intelligence, today announced an enhanced partnership […]
Financial Wellness Platform, Credit Sesame, Launches All-New Credit Builder Mastercard
August 16 2023
Financial wellness company Credit Sesame, one of the first platforms to provide consumers free and […]
UK FinTech Growth Partners Announces the Launch of its Growth Stage FinTech Fund
August 16 2023
UK FinTech Growth Partners LLP (“UK FinTech Growth Partners”) is pleased to announce that it […]
Paymentology and Mastercard Join Forces to Foster Financial Inclusion in Northern Central America
August 15 2023
Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announces an expanded partnership with Mastercard to bolster financial […]
Dwolla Launches Dwolla Connect to Streamline Payment Operations for Enterprises
August 8 2023
Dwolla, a leading provider of payment services, today announced the launch of Dwolla Connect, an […]
Mastercard Offers Seamless Payments for International Travellers in China
August 7 2023
With the resumption of travel, international business, and major sports events in China, Mastercard announced […]
Mastercard Enables CVC-less Payments for Tokenized Cards in India
August 4 2023
Mastercard has announced the introduction of Cardholder Verification Code (CVC)-less online transactions for its debit […]
E& money and Mastercard enter into a one-of-a-kind partnership to transform digital payments for 10mln consumers in the UAE
August 3 2023
e& money – the fintech arm and financial super-app of e& life – today announced […]
Mastercard Experience Center Brings the Future of Commerce to Life
July 28 2023
Making payments using solar credits, enjoying a football match in a virtual reality stadium, scanning […]
vcita and Confcommercio Milano Lodi Monza e Brianza, in Collaboration with Mastercard, Partner to Drive Financial Resilience and Digital Adoption for SMEs
July 25 2023
vcita, the all-in-one business management solution, has signed an agreement with Confcommercio, the Italian General Confederation […]
Mastercard launches Mastercard Receivables Manager
July 24 2023
Today, Mastercard announces the launch of Mastercard Receivables Manager, a new, automated solution that streamlines […]
MENA Fintech Association establishes Africa Committee
July 19 2023
The MENA Fintech Association, the premier not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving fintech startups and established […]
Bart Willaert - Mastercard - Money20/20 Europe 2023
July 7 2023
At Money20/20 Europe 2023, we caught up with Bart Willaert, EVP of Open Banking International […]
Innovation in payments holds the key to increased financial inclusion, reports The Payments Association
July 4 2023
The Payments Association, which celebrates innovation and collaboration across the payments industry, has released a […]
EXCLUSIVE: "The New Frontier" - Alan Marquard, Mastercard in 'The Paytech Magazine'
June 29 2023
Alan Marquard looks at cross-border developments and explains how Mastercard is helping smaller players navigate […]
Jorn Lambert - Mastercard - Paris Fintech Forum
June 28 2023
We met up with Mastercard‘s Chief Digital Officer, Jorn Lambert, at the Paris Fintech Forum […]
Alipay and Mastercard Offer International Travelers Another Convenient Way to Make Cashless Payments in China
June 21 2023
With the resumption of travel and tourism to China in full swing, Mastercard and Alipay, […]
Mastercard partners with One Global to introduce Click to Pay in Kuwait
June 20 2023
Mastercard has launched Click to Pay (C2P) in Kuwait in collaboration with a leading digital […]
Mastercard partners with Bankiom to issue virtual prepaid cards across GCC region
June 16 2023
Mastercard is partnering with Bankiom, a UAE-based lifestyle banking app, to introduce digital payment cards […]
Revolut launches Ultra: The ultimate platinum card that spearheads a redefined luxury lifestyle category
June 16 2023
Revolut, the global financial super app with 30 million customers worldwide, launches its new ultimate […]
Tide Commits to Helping 200,000 Women Launch New Businesses By 2027
June 14 2023
Tide, the leading business financial platform, has announced it will help 200,000 female-led businesses start […]
payabl. powers retailers with new POS offering
June 13 2023
Today, payabl., a leading payments company, announced the launch of its point-of-sale (POS) solution for […]
New Mastercard Study Reveals Financial Inclusion Momentum in Latin America, Highlights Remaining Gaps to Close
June 12 2023
Mastercard released a new report today, The State of Financial Inclusion post COVID-19 in Latin […]
Jordan Ahli Bank and Mastercard enter exclusive strategic partnership in Jordan and Palestine
June 12 2023
Jordan Ahli Bank, a leading Jordanian financial institution with a 67-year legacy, has signed an […]
UK’s entrepreneurial ambitions stronger than ever as small business growth outpaces larger companies
June 9 2023
The UK’s entrepreneurial ambitions are stronger than ever, as new analysis by Mastercard and Opinium […]
The Netherlands becomes first country to launch fully contactless public transport payments system nationwide
June 7 2023
The Netherlands has recently completed the launch of a contactless transit payments system nationwide, simplifying […]
Mastercard becomes Aafaq Islamic Finance’s exclusive partner for credit, prepaid and commercial SME products
June 6 2023
Aafaq Islamic Finance (Aafaq), an award-winning UAE-based company that provides innovative Islamic financial products and […]
Mastercard launches new open banking innovation in Europe to accelerate financial inclusion
June 6 2023
Today, Mastercard is announcing its latest open banking innovations in Europe – Account Owner Verification, […]
The Paytech Show 6.11: Powering Fintech - Unleashing the Future of Payments, Reconciliation, and Automation
June 5 2023
Welcome to a brand-new episode of The Paytech Show, the premier program for top-level finance […]
Giesecke+Devrient selected as Mastercard Engage Digital First Integrator
June 5 2023
Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) has expanded its role in the Mastercard Engage network and has become a […]
Mastercard partners with NAPS to drive innovation across Morocco’s digital payments landscape
June 2 2023
Mastercard and NAPS, a leading Moroccan fintech company, have initiated a collaboration to develop innovative […]
Deutsche Bank to use recycled plastic for cards
June 2 2023
In the future, Deutsche Bank will only use payment cards made from recycled plastic. From […]
Mastercard, Dapi form strategic partnership to bring seamless A2A payments to UAE
June 2 2023
Dapi, a UAE-based fintech company, part of Hub71’s global tech ecosystem, is thrilled to announce […]
Mastercard and Fabrick Sign Strategic Partnership To Speed Up Embedded Finance
May 31 2023
Today, Mastercard and Open Finance sector pioneer Fabrick announced an expanded new partnership to develop […]
UniCredit and Mastercard expand payments partnership
May 26 2023
UniCredit and Mastercard today announce a global expansion of their payment partnership. The agreement sets […]
Mastercard and Foloosi launch Click to Pay in UAE
May 24 2023
Mastercard has launched Click to Pay in collaboration with payment service provider (PSP) Foloosi, who […]
Mastercard Economics Institute Releases Travel Industry Trends 2023: Mainland China Re-Opens, Experiences Endure, and Business Travel Bounces Back
May 15 2023
New insights from the Mastercard Economics Institute reveal that consumers are taking advantage of a more traditional travel ecosystem in 2023, prioritizing leisure travel and pioneering […]
Mastercard Ramps Up Fraud Protection for eCommerce Merchants by Integrating Vesta Solutions into Mastercard Payment Gateway Services
May 12 2023
With merchants estimated to suffer more than US$48 billion in eCommerce fraud globally in 2023 […]
Mastercard and Getout System collaborate to enhance management of business travel for Indian enterprises
May 12 2023
Mastercard today announced its collaboration with travel and spend management firm Getout System to launch […]
Peter O’Halloran & Maria Parpou - Carat from Fiserv & Mastercard - MPE 2023
May 11 2023
At Merchant Payments Ecosystem 2023, we stopped by for a joint interview with Peter O’Halloran, […]
The key to faster fintech growth is safe, seamless digital account opening
May 10 2023
Innovations in finance and payments are unlocking new experiences for consumers and fintechs alike. As […]
Expedia Group and Mastercard turn everyday spending into extraordinary experiences
May 10 2023
Expedia Group and Mastercard today expand their partnership for a new joint adventure: Travel with […]
Mastercard collaborates with Maldives Transport and Bank of Maldives to enable digital payments acceptance on the country’s public transport network
May 10 2023
Mastercard has partnered with Maldives Transport & Contracting Company (MTCC) and Bank of Maldives (BML) […]
Mastercard Launches New Data & Services Hub in Malaysia to Serve the Asia Pacific Region
May 10 2023
Mastercard hosted Fahmi Fadzil, Malaysia’s Minister of Communications and Digital, for the opening of its […]
Mastercard launches new set of solutions dedicated to female entrepreneurs in Latin America and the Caribbean
April 28 2023
Small and medium-sized enterprises are the backbone of the world economy. In Latin America, 99% […]
Fibank offers the Metal World Elite™ Mastercard® in Bulgaria
April 26 2023
Fibank (First Investment Bank) offers its private banking customers the premium Metal World Elite™ Mastercard®, […]
Mastercard to eliminate first-use PVC plastics from payment cards by 2028
April 26 2023
Mastercard today announced it is accelerating efforts to remove first–use, PVC plastics from payment cards […]
Interchange fees: what are they and how are they calculated?
April 21 2023
Interchange fees are transaction fees charged by card networks, such as Visa and Mastercard, for […]
Digital Jersey signs agreement with Mastercard to accelerate the island’s digital transformation
April 20 2023
Digital Jersey has signed a new agreement with Mastercard as part of the island’s focus […]
Mastercard and DIFC to drive digital transformation by partnering with FinTech companies
April 19 2023
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa […]
Mastercard Music Pass NFT opens access to groundbreaking Web3 training program for emerging musical artists
April 13 2023
Music fans can now get their hands on the limited release Mastercard Music Pass NFT, […]
WhatsApp launches in-chat payments in Brazil
April 12 2023
Mark Zuckerberg has announced that people across Brazil can pay local small businesses right within […]
Beyond Payments: Mastercard Launches New Suite of Solutions Dedicated to Women Entrepreneurs
April 11 2023
Mastercard is leaning heavily into its insights to support women entrepreneurs with products and solutions […]
Mastercard’s Cross-Border Services Express helps modernize international payments
April 11 2023
Today, Mastercard introduced Cross-Border Services Express, a new tool that enables financial institutions to seamlessly […]
Mastercard accelerates sustainable card efforts
April 6 2023
Mastercard announced it is accelerating efforts to remove first–use, PVC plastics from payment cards on its […]
CardX and Mastercard Partner for a More Seamless Payments Experience
April 5 2023
CardX, a Stax company and the leading surcharging compliance platform, has launched Mastercard Click to […]
Transcard Integrates with Mastercard Track™ Business Payment Service to Streamline the Exchange of B2B Payments Data
April 5 2023
Transcard, a global leader in payment and data technology, today announced that it has successfully […]
Apple introduces Apple Pay Later
March 29 2023
Apple today introduced Apple Pay Later in the U.S. Designed with users’ financial health in […]
Mastercard Broadens Availability of its Services with Lusis Payments Partnership
March 28 2023
Mastercard (NYSE: MA) and Lusis Payments, a leading global provider of payments software and technology, […]
Fyle innovates workplace expenses industry with real-time reporting for cards, boosted by Mastercard integration
March 28 2023
Fyle Inc, the expense management platform, is today announcing the launch of a real-time credit […]
Finaro, Mastercard, Northmill, and NMI Partner to Pioneer First Cloud Commerce Deployment in Europe
March 23 2023
Finaro, the global cross-border payment provider and fully licensed bank, has today announced its European […]
Tigo, Selcom and Mastercard partner to launch online digital payment solution in Tanzania
March 22 2023
Tigo Tanzania, Selcom and Mastercard Inc. have announced a strategic partnership that will see the […]
New debit card and app launches to help those living with dementia to safely manage spending
March 22 2023
Sibstar is the UK’s first debit card and app designed to help people living with […]
Stables Launches Asia Pacific’s First StableCoin-Only Wallet With a Payment Card for Everyday Spending Powered by Mastercard
March 21 2023
Australian stablecoin wallet Stables (formerly tiiik) has announced a collaboration with Mastercard in a first-of-its-kind […]
Mastercard strengthens customer security with new AI ‘Cyber Shield’
March 20 2023
Mastercard today acquired cloud-based cybersecurity company Baffin Bay Networks to better help businesses deal with […]
PXP Financial, Mastercard and Payall collaborate to take the pain out of cross-border payments
March 17 2023
PXP Financial, an expert in acquiring and payment processing services, has today announced a new […]
Mastercard certified in the UK as a trusted provider of Digital ID services
March 16 2023
Mastercard has been certified under the United Kingdom’s Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF) […]
Astra Tech and Mastercard Forge First-of-its-Kind Agreement to Pave the Way for New Digital Payment Solutions
March 13 2023
Astra Tech’s PayBy, a Central Bank-UAE licensed Fintech offering a variety of financial technology services, […]
Mastercard partners with Infinios to introduce first-ever wholesale travel program in the Middle East and North Africa
March 13 2023
Mastercard and Bahrain-based fintech Infinios Financial Services have announced a strategic partnership to advance the […]
Drawing from Rap, R&B and Latin Pop, Mastercard Names Inaugural Artists for Web3 Accelerator
March 10 2023
Up-and-coming musical artists from Latin America and Europe are the first creators selected to participate […]
DTB and Mastercard Sign Agreement to Boost Payment Solutions for Fintechs in Kenya
March 9 2023
Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) and global technology company Mastercard today announced a strategic agreement that […]
LSEG partners with Mastercard to enhance digital identity and fraud solutions for customers
March 7 2023
GIACT, an LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) business, today announces a partnership with Mastercard, a […]
AUB and Mastercard Sign Exclusive Strategic Partnership in Bahrain
March 6 2023
Ahli United Bank B.S.C (AUB), a Bahrain-based leading pan-regional Banking group, has signed a strategic […]
Welcome to the Future: Bybit Partners with Mastercard to Offer Crypto Payments Debit Card
March 6 2023
Bybit, the world’s third most visited crypto exchange, is proud to announce the launch of […]
Mastercard brings Google Pay to Kuwait in partnership with Google
March 2 2023
Mastercard, a leading technology company in the global payments industry, has collaborated with Google to […]
Mastercard and Vesta Partner to Deliver Enhanced Digital Fraud Detection Solutions for Asia Pacific
February 27 2023
Mastercard and end-to-end fraud protection platform Vesta have announced a new strategic partnership to deliver […]
Mastercard Announces Leadership Appointments
February 21 2023
Mastercard (NYSE: MA) today announced the creation of two new leadership positions to accelerate the […]
This Week's Top Stories in Fintech - February 17th 2023
February 17 2023
As Valentine’s Day came and went, we saw a fair few partnerships in fintech this […]
Today's Top Stories - February 16th 2023
February 16 2023
Here are Today’s Top Stories from the World of #Fintech 📰 Make sure to follow […]
DNA Payments Partners with Mastercard to Deliver Click to Pay
February 16 2023
Fintech DNA Payments, one of the largest independent, fully vertically integrated omnichannel payments companies in […]
MasterCard Trust Centre partners with Nigerian fintech startup NowNow to improve cybersecurity for SMEs
February 16 2023
Mastercard has partnered with Nigerian digital payment startup NowNow, to help SMEs reduce the risk […]
Mastercard Partners with Copal to launch Egypt’s first family payments mobile app
February 15 2023
Copal, Egypt’s first digital payment solutions application specifically designed for families, enters a strategic partnership […]
Mastercard survey: Canadian small business owners optimistic about the potential of open banking
February 10 2023
Small business owners in Canada are increasingly adopting digital financial tools and technology into their […]
Select Innovations Teams Up with Mastercard and Deserve to Launch the Select™ World Elite Mastercard®
February 3 2023
Luxury membership community Select today announced the coming launch of the Select™ World Elite Mastercard®. […]
Mastercard and Citizens Financial Group Announce Exclusive Payments Partnership
January 20 2023
Mastercard and Citizens today announced an expanded partnership, making Mastercard the exclusive payments network across […]
SUNRATE strengthens global partnership with Mastercard Cross-Border Services integration
January 17 2023
Global FinTech SUNRATE announces the successful integration of Mastercard Cross-Border Services into its intelligent global […]
New EQ Bank Card gives customers the ability to save, earn, and spend their money
January 12 2023
EQ Bank, powered by Equitable Bank, Canada’s Challenger Bank™, has partnered with Mastercard to launch […]
A world first from Papara: Voice Card for visually impaired users
January 11 2023
Papara, the market-leading Turkish fintech, today announces the launch of its Voice Card, the world’s […]
Mastercard announces Web3 spotlight program to develop & launch emerging musical artists in the digital economy
January 9 2023
Mastercard extended its growing music footprint with the launch of the Web3-based Mastercard Artist Accelerator […]
Mastercard Announces Appointment of Gautam Aggarwal as Division President, South Asia & Country Corporate Officer, India
January 5 2023
Mastercard today announced the appointment of Gautam Aggarwal as Division President for South Asia & Country Corporate Officer, India, effective January 1. Gautam takes the mantle from Nikhil Sahni, who is […]
Will Wallets and Purses Be a Thing of the Past for Our Grandchildren? Physical Wallets in Decline as Smartphone Payments Accelerate
January 4 2023
Half (51%) of people in the UK think physical wallets will become less relevant as digital ways to pay […]
Secure Trust Bank partners with Mastercard to offer open banking payment capabilities
December 16 2022
Secure Trust Bank has partnered with Mastercard to offer customers more choice and convenience through […]
Marqeta Announces Integration with Mastercard Track Instant Pay Virtual Card Solution
December 7 2022
Marqeta (NASDAQ: MQ), the global modern card issuing platform, today announced that it has integrated […]
Mastercard brings The Belle Block™ to Latin America and Caribbean to educate and empower women in Web3 and crypto
November 29 2022
Mastercard introduced The Belle Block™ in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), during the 11th […]
Brightwell Partners with The Bancorp Bank, N.A. and Mastercard, Enabling Fintechs to Integrate Cross-Border Remittances
November 14 2022
Brightwell, an Atlanta-based global payments technology company, today announced a new cross-border payments solution, Brightwell’s […]
Integrated Finance Launches ‘Fintech Foundation’ With Top Industry Brands
November 14 2022
The ‘Fintech Foundation’ will offer emerging Fintech businesses the support they need to take the next step […]
J.P. Morgan and Mastercard modernize account-based payments with innovative 'pay-by-bank' solution
November 10 2022
Launched by J.P. Morgan Payments and Mastercard, Pay-by-Bank is an ACH payment that uses open […]
Future of Cross-Border Payments | Stephen Grainger | Mastercard
November 9 2022
Stephen Grainger, Executive Vice President of New Payment Platforms at Mastercard chats to Douglas Mackenzie […]
The Paytech Show 6.03: Cross-Border Payments in North America: Creating a United Ecosystem
November 9 2022
Real-time payments are taking the world by storm, with the reliance on cash and cheque […]
AstroPay launches new Mastercard Prepaid Card
November 7 2022
AstroPay, the online payment solution of choice for millions of users worldwide, is delighted to […]
Mastercard and FinTech North to partner in 2023 to develop and grow FinTech ecosystems
November 3 2022
FinTech North is delighted to announce that it will be continuing its partnership with Mastercard, […]
Bank of Nevis International Partners with Mastercard to Launch Pioneer Cross-Border Payment Services
November 2 2022
Bank of Nevis International, a leading provider of holistic wealth management, portfolio management, and fintech […]
Mastercard Partnerships | Stephen Grainger | Mastercard
November 2 2022
Stephen Grainger, Executive Vice President of New Payment Platforms at Mastercard chats with Douglas Mackenzie […]
How Can Institutions Keep Up With Trends? | Stephen Grainger | Mastercard
October 26 2022
Stephen Grainger, Executive Vice President of New Platforms Payments Platforms at Mastercard chats with Doug […]
EXCLUSIVE: 'Masterstrokes" - Stephen Grainger, Mastercard in 'The Fintech Magazine'
October 25 2022
As head of Mastercard Cross-Border Services, Stephen Grainger is aware that banks struggle to meet […]
Mastercard and Cellulant Partner to Empower Millions of Consumers Across Africa to Join the Global Digital Commerce Market
October 25 2022
Mastercard and Cellulant have partnered to allow millions of Cellulant customers across Africa to […]
Jack Henry and Mastercard Expand Collaboration to Address Financial Fragmentation
October 20 2022
Jack Henry™ (Nasdaq: JKHY) announced an expansion of its existing relationship with Mastercard® that will […]
EXCLUSIVE: "Time to buddy up?" - Kim Van Esbroeck, Aion Bank; Henri Dewaerheijd, Mastercard and Jonathan Fallon, Tricount in 'The Fintech Magazine'
October 20 2022
A partnership between Europe’s Aion Bank, its core banking provider Vodeno, Mastercard and expenses app […]
Cross-Border Payments Issues Facing Businesses | Stephen Grainger | Mastercard
October 19 2022
Stephen Grainger, Executive Vice President of New Payments Platforms at Mastercard talks with Douglas Mackenzie […]
HEALRWORLD Partners With Mastercard To Launch First Ever United Nations SDG-focused Corporate Debit Card
October 18 2022
HEALRWORLD, a social impact, for profit ESG Fintech, unveils its new corporate debit card at […]
Mastercard to bring crypto trading capabilities to banks
October 18 2022
Mastercard today introduces Crypto SourceTM, a new program to enable financial institutions to bring secure […]
