Mastercard

MasterCard is a technology company in the global payments business.

National Bank of Cambodia, Mastercard team up to launch Bakong Tourists App

Tourists can top up their account by linking it to their Mastercard.

Mastercard, ADB promote financial inclusion in APAC MSMEs

Mastercard’s fund is allotting $5m to the ADB.

How virtual cards can benefit wholesale and retail trade, healthcare

These cards can help businesses better manage their margins.

Mastercard advances digital payments with tokenization and passkeys

Tech-driven innovations secures digital transactions and reduces cash dependency in Asia.

Mastercard launches OTP-free online transaction

This ensures that payment credentials are not shared with third parties. 

Citi, Mastercard launch global cross-border payments

It will be available in 14 markets worldwide, with plans for further expansion. 

7 in 10 consumers use ‘financial gymnastics’ to maximise rewards

Credit cards remain to be the top choice, with 47% saying that this drives their usage decisions. 

Axis Bank, Mastercard, launch credit card for business owners

Cardholders will gain access to select airport lounges and are offered travel insurance.

Mastercard pilots biometric payment authentication in India

Shoppers can use their fingerprint, face scan, or pin to confirm payment.

Ant Group and Mastercard extend payments program to Chengdu, Chongqing

Tourist spending using Ant Group’s digital payments rose 13-fold in the two cities.

Ant Group, Mastercard launch International Consumer Friendly Zones program in Shanghai

It will improve the travel experience for global visitors and boost local businesses in China.

SIA taps Mastercard for Southeast Asia loyalty card programs

The co-branded credit and debit card programs offer new ways to earn KrisFlyer miles.

Mastercard and Alipay enable real-time remittance in over 180 markets

Alipay’s 1 billion users in China can now transfer and pay with over 150 currencies.

Mastercard, Octopus enable contactless payments in 180,000 HK touchpoints

Travelers will be able to use their Mobile Octopus across all MTR routes.

SG SMEs seek cross-border payments for overseas goals

6 in 10 small businesses use an app to make int’l payments, with 3 in 10 having experienced issues.