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Cyber-attacks target 309,000 small businesses with a third facing losses
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Cyber-attacks target 309,000 small businesses with a third facing losses

Alarmingly, 309,000 small businesses have been targeted by cyber-attacks, with a third reporting financial losses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2023
Mastercard tests tokenization of CBDCs on blockchains
Unified Communications

Mastercard tests tokenization of CBDCs on blockchains

Mastercard is testing the tokenisation of Central Bank Digital Currencies on various blockchains, enabling secure transactions between different blockchains.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023
Change Financial partners with Simply Zibra on AI payments
Crypto

Change Financial partners with Simply Zibra on AI payments

Change Financial will provide Mastercard card issuing to Simply Zibra, an AI-driven digital wallet that helps consumers get the most out of their money.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023

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Kabuni launches immersive learning platform with 'Learn-to-Earn' model
Marketing Technologies

Kabuni launches immersive learning platform with 'Learn-to-Earn' model

EdTech firm Kabuni introduces Kabuni WIZARD, an immersive learning platform with a unique 'Learn-to-Earn' model for youths.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Nov 2023
In today's data-driven world, compromising on cybersecurity is not an option
Fintech

In today's data-driven world, compromising on cybersecurity is not an option

As the global financial ecosystem expands, it's getting harder for organisations to navigate the maze of cyber risks alone.

By Johan Gerber • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
Mastercard, Agoda to enhance B2B payments in travel industry
Marketing Technologies

Mastercard, Agoda to enhance B2B payments in travel industry

Mastercard and Agoda have broadened their collaboration in an effort to modernise B2B transactions within the travel and tourism industry.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
Retail most impersonated industry for phishing scams in Q323
Phishing

Retail most impersonated industry for phishing scams in Q323

The latest Brand Phishing Report reveals retail was the most impersonated industry last quarter with Walmart topping the list.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2023
Mastercard's Gamer Academy tackles gender disparity in global esports industry
Gaming

Mastercard's Gamer Academy tackles gender disparity in global esports industry

Mastercard unveils global initiative, Mastercard Gamer Academy, in a bid to improve diversity in esports and gaming.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023
Littlepay revolutionizes bus payment system in Regional NSW
Wearables

Littlepay revolutionizes bus payment system in Regional NSW

Littlepay links with Transport for NSW to replace paper tickets with contactless payments on Dubbo, Bathurst buses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2023
DUAPAY solution empowers women-led businesses in Fiji
Marketing Technologies

DUAPAY solution empowers women-led businesses in Fiji

Mastercard and partners have launched a new mobile payment acceptance solution to unlock the potential of women entrepreneurs in Fiji.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2023
Mastercard empowers gaming mentorship ahead of PAX AU
Gaming

Mastercard empowers gaming mentorship ahead of PAX AU

Mastercard has partnered with gaming icons Lachlan Power and Kathleen Loserfruit to mentor 250 content creators ahead of PAX Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2023
Mastercard brings Fijians into digital payment ecosystem
Marketing Technologies

Mastercard brings Fijians into digital payment ecosystem

Mastercard has partnered with Vodafone Fiji to provide a new way of paying in-store and online, both at home and abroad, with the launch of M-PAiSA Mastercard.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jul 2023
Mastercard ramps up fraud protection for eCommerce
Marketing Technologies

Mastercard ramps up fraud protection for eCommerce

Tie-up offers MPGS customers access to Vesta's Payment Guarantee and Payment Protect solutions, resulting in higher transaction approval rates.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Monavate unveils Supply Chain Payments division boosting fintech growth
Fintech

Monavate unveils Supply Chain Payments division boosting fintech growth

Cambridge fintech Monavate boosts growth with the launch of a Supply Chain Payments division, helmed by Anant Patel.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Oracle and Mastercard partner to streamline B2B payment transactions
Marketing Technologies

Oracle and Mastercard partner to streamline B2B payment transactions

Oracle partners with Mastercard to streamline B2B payment transactions, aiming to simplify fiscal mechanisms via Fusion Cloud ERP.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2023
Paymentology and Mastercard partner to foster financial inclusion
Marketing Technologies

Paymentology and Mastercard partner to foster financial inclusion

The partnership will ensure a more robust financial ecosystem in Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, by helping the population access the digital economy.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023
Alipay and Mastercard enable cashless payments for foreigners in China
Crypto

Alipay and Mastercard enable cashless payments for foreigners in China

Linking any Mastercard card to the Alipay digital wallet makes e-payments in China easier, linking merchants with international visitors seamlessly.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023