Consumer awareness about digital payment options is accelerating in Egypt, according to the latest findings in the MasterCard New Payments Index 2022. The increased awareness is due to the availability of infrastructure and technology. In 2021, the findings revealed that 94 per cent of consumers in Egypt were considering emerging payment options such as Buy […]
The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) and global technology company Mastercard have announced a strategic seven-year partnership to elevate their existing offerings. It providea NBB’s customers a differentiated, digital-first experience with value-added benefits. The partnership signing took place during Mastercard’s MENA Executive Council’s inaugural event that was held in Paris, France. The collaboration and consultancy […]
Mastercard unveiled its first ever music album titled Priceless at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity. The album, available first on Spotify and then other streaming platforms, features 10 songs by 10 artists from around the globe. Each song incorporates the recognisable melody of Mastercard’s brand sound. To enhance its commitment to music fans and […]
About two in five (46 per cent) small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) are now earning more money than before the pandemic, driven by digital growth and international sales opportunities, says a study. Data from Mastercard’s 2022 Borderless Payments Report has revealed that seven in ten (71 per […]
Mastercard’s new Digital First Programme delivers an innovative and secure experience that makes it easier to pay and enjoy the card’s value in ways that matter personally. Backed by the speed and security of Mastercard’s global network – including the Mastercard Processing platform to enable instant issuance – the Digital First Programme offers consumers the […]
KSA-based and MENA servicing payments services provider HyperPay has raised $36.7 million in a funding round led by Mastercard with investments from Amwal Capital Partners and AB Ventures. The transaction with Mastercard will help accelerate HyperPay’s expansion beyond payments to deliver a complete suite of financial products that meet the evolving needs of its customers […]
A tie-up between Mastercard and HyperPay will see multi-rail capabilities and gateway solutions reach new customer segments across Mena through the adoption of innovative and frictionless payment ecosystems. Mastercard is a technology leader in the global payments industry, and Saudi Arabia-based HyperPay is the fastest growing ecommerce payments services provider in Middle East and North […]
As recovery of the travel industry picks up steam, payments technology company Mastercard and travel website Musafir have partnered to take travel bookings originating in the Middle East and North Africa, to new heights. The partnership will digitise end-to-end payment flows and launch new innovative payment products with attractive travel benefits to both consumers and […]
No more fumbling for your phone or hunting for your wallet when you have your hands full – the next generation of in-person payments will only need a quick smile or wave of your hand, says Mastercard. The trusted technology that uses your face or fingerprint to unlock your phone can now be used to […]
Mastercard on Monday announced the launch of an enhanced identity solution designed to improve the online shopping experience and tackle digital fraud in a new collaboration with Microsoft Corp. More than ever, delivering a frictionless shopping experience is critical as retailers look to shift window shopping and price comparison visits to confirmed sales. And while […]
