RBR | Convenience and COVID-19 Boost Contactless Spending

Concerns about coronavirus transmission has encouraged use of contactless cards and this trend will continue as contactless limits are increased and new habits become ingrained Contactless payments are increasingly the norm in Europe Global Payments Cards Data and Forecasts to 2025 shows that contactless payments still account for a small but growing proportion of total

Barclaycard Payments Signs up to Mastercard Track Business Payment Service to Modernise Business Payments

The new service, to be offered through Barclaycard Payments, will enable the payments business to support its corporate customers even more effectively Barclaycard Payments today announces it has agreed to join Mastercard Track™ Business Payment Service, making new services available to Barclaycard Payments’ customers later this year. The innovative, open loop network delivers value to

Meet Visa: Reintroducing the Iconic Visa Brand to Everyone, Everywhere

Multi-year brand evolution highlights the power of Visa’s trusted global network, enabling modern money movement and expanding economic access Inviting the world to ‘Meet Visa,‘ the global payments technology company today unveiled the initial phase of its brand evolution spotlighting the diverse capabilities of its network and commitment to enabling global economic inclusion. Aligned closely

Architecting Card Systems for a Digital-First World

Written by N Sathish, Dy Chief Product Officer @ FSS Cards are the most frequent interactions that financial institutions have with their account holders. Each transaction presents an opportunity to create accountholder engagement and drive revenue. A combination of factors – fierce competition, regulatory interventions, rapidly evolving customers, and technology trends are, however, challenging card

Verizon Business and Mastercard Partner to Bring 5G to the Global Payments Industry

Harnessing Verizon’s 5G connectivity and the power of the Mastercard network, Verizon Business and Mastercard will work closely to innovate the future of payments and commerce. Companies will work together to deliver solutions such as immersive retail technology, compelling point-of-sale experiences, and digital capabilities for small and medium businesses (SMBs). Verizon Business and Mastercard have

Mastercard New Payments Index: Consumer Appetite for Digital Payments Takes Off in Nigeria

96% of consumers in Nigeria are considering emerging payments such as wearables, biometrics, digital wallets and currencies, and QR code, in addition to Contactless, according to the Mastercard New Payments Index 86% of Nigerian consumers have access to more ways to pay compared to this time last year 78% of consumers in Nigeria say digital

Tap or Scan to Pay with Mastercard and Help the Gift of the Givers Foundation

Consumers will support humanitarian relief efforts when they “Tap to Pay” with their Mastercard contactless card or “Scan to Pay” with their Masterpass app or any Masterpass-enabled Scan to Pay banking app at Shoprite, Checkers and Usave till points The Priceless Cause will see Mastercard donate R1million towards supporting communities in need of assistance With

Razorpay & Mastercard Launch Mandate HQ, a Safe & Secure Recurring Payment Interface

To further the adoption of digital payments in a safe and secure manner, the RBI has issued a framework for processing of e-mandates on recurring online transactions. It has made AFA (Additional Factor of Authentication) mandatory for all recurring transactions below INR 5000 on debit cards, credit cards, even UPI and other Prepaid Payment Instruments

Mastercard Partners with Eazy Financial Services to Expand Digital Offering for SMEs and Merchants in Bahrain

Partnership will leverage Mastercard’s expertise and solutions to provide SMEs and micro merchants in the Kingdom with digital payment tools Mastercard has partnered with Bahraini fintech & Payment service provider Eazy Financial Services to provide SMEs and micro merchants with digital payment tools and access to financial services that will accelerate inclusive economic growth in

Mastercard Appoints New Country Director in Ghana

Mastercard has announced the appointment of Bossman Akuffo Kwapong as Country Director for Ghana. His 20 years of experience in the financial services industry includes leadership roles in business development, banking operations, client experience, payments and digital innovation. In his new role, Bossman will manage Mastercard’s operations and relationships in Ghana, enabling strategic delivery of