Mastercard

2022 results about this entity

Period: 26 Feb 2008 - 05 Jun 2025

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Uganda's M-Kopa to pilot Mastercard QR for pay-as-you-go solar lighting programme

At Mobile World Congress, Mastercard and M-KOPA today announced a partnership that will provide Africans living without electricity a simple way to light up their homes and businesses. M-KOPA, which already provides affordable, safe and clean energy to 3 million people in East Africa, will pilot Mastercard’s Quick Response (QR) payment technology in Uganda to extend the reach of its pioneering pay-as-you-go solar program.

Mastercard appoints new head of data-driven Advisors division

In continued commitment to helping customers solve pressing business issues with data-driven solutions, Mastercard today appointed Dimitrios Dosis Dimitrios Dosis the new president of Mastercard Advisors, the professional services arm of Mastercard.

One-quarter of Europeans ready to try out wearable payments

One-quarter of Europeans ready to try out wearable payments

The overwhelming popularity of contactless cards is peaking shopper interest in new form factors, as fresh research from Mastercard suggests that one-quarter of Europeans expect to start using tap-and-go payments with a smartwatch, bracelet, keyring or other forms of wearable payments.

Mastercard names JoAnn Stonier chief data officer

In a move that underscores its commitment to both the promise and protections of data, Mastercard today announced that JoAnn C. Stonier will become its chief data officer.

Mobile wallet providers join forces for unified QR payments in Singapore

Mobile wallet providers join forces for unified QR payments in Singapore

Seven mobile wallets, acquirers and payment networks, including Diners Club, EZi Wallet, EZ-Link, Liquid Pay, Mastercard, UnionPay International and Wirecard, have formed a consortium to help push the adoption of a single QR code-based payment scheme in Singapore.

Chile next in line for contactless travel with Mastercard

Moving toward a world beyond cash, Mastercard is partnering with cities and other technology companies to improve overall quality of life, while helping them manage their logistics in a more efficient way.

Mastercard and USAID aim to turn refugee camps into digital communities

Mastercard and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) today announced the launch of a public-private coalition that will bring together technology, solutions and experience from multiple sectors to transform refugee settlements into digitally-connected communities.

Mastercard makes European biometrics push for online payments

Mastercard makes European biometrics push for online payments

From next April, online shoppers across Europe will be able to use biometrics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to identify themselves at the checkout when they pay with Mastercard.

Motive Partners forms fintech coalition with leading banks

Motive Partners forms fintech coalition with leading banks

Fintech investment vehicle Motive Partners has secured the backing of four leading banks and Mastercard as founding partners for a new membership-only innovation and investment organistion, 'Motive Labs'.

BofA leads on blockchain patents

BofA leads on blockchain patents

Bank of America has filed for or received more blockchain-related patents in the US than any other firm, beating out Mastercard and IBM for the top spot, according to research from law firm EnvisionIP.

Mastercard and Here forge connected vehicle partnership

Mastercard and HERE Technologies today announced an agreement to jointly create more connected experiences for people on the move.

FairFX granted Mastercard membership status

FairFX, the e-banking and international payments group, is pleased to announce that Mastercard has granted FairFX full membership status.

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