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Mastercard, BitOasis Roll Out Crypto-Linked Cards in the MENA Region
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Mastercard, BitOasis Roll Out Crypto-Linked Cards in the MENA Region

Payment giant Mastercard has inked a deal with Middle East-based cryptocurrency exchange BitOasis to establish a series of crypto card programs aimed at boosting daily cryptocurrency usage in the Middle East & North Africa region.

Mastercard Introduces Crypto Source Product for Banks
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Mastercard Introduces Crypto Source Product for Banks

Payments giant, Mastercard has launched a new product to help banks get on board the crypto train faster

Mastercard to Float New Compliance Product alongside CipherTrace
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Mastercard to Float New Compliance Product alongside CipherTrace

Mastercard has partnered with its newly acquired subsidiary, CipherTrace, to launch a new product called Crypto Secure, helping banks assess the risk of crime associated with crypto merchants on its network.

Copper.Co Hires Mastercard’s Tim Neill as New Chief Risk Officer
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Copper.Co Hires Mastercard’s Tim Neill as New Chief Risk Officer

The new appointment of Neill will enable Copper.co to realize the full potential of its crypto offerings to fuel a more equitable financial system alongside innovation and economic growth.

Ebang's Ebonex To Launch Crypto-Linked Card Through Partnership With Mastercard
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Ebang's Ebonex To Launch Crypto-Linked Card Through Partnership With Mastercard

Ebang has continued to build its brand within the crypto sector. The China-based maker of crypto mining machines recently launched its crypto exchange, Ebonex, which continues to grow.

Binance Launches Crypto Prepaid Card in Argentina through Partnership with Mastercard
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Binance Launches Crypto Prepaid Card in Argentina through Partnership with Mastercard

Binance has rolled out its first crypto card in Argentina. The exchange plans to expand the service to other Latin American nations, including Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Brazil.

Fasset to Drive Financial Inclusion in Indonesia with Mastercard
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Fasset to Drive Financial Inclusion in Indonesia with Mastercard

Digital assets-based fintech startup Fasset Technologies has partnered with payments giant Mastercard to drive financial inclusion in Indonesia.

Over 50% Consumers in Latin America Conduct Crypto Transactions, Survey Suggests
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Over 50% Consumers in Latin America Conduct Crypto Transactions, Survey Suggests

Attributed to convenience and flexibility, crypto adoption in Latin America is increasing, according to a study by payments giant Mastercard.

Mastercard to Enable Payments for NFTs, Web3
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Mastercard to Enable Payments for NFTs, Web3

Mastercard has announced that the payment firm is working to enable NFT commerce with Immutable X, Candy Digital, The Sandbox, Mintable, Spring, Nifty Gateway, and Web3 infrastructure provider MoonPay.

Exmo Trading Platform Stops Services in Russia, Belarus & Kazakhstan
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Exmo Trading Platform Stops Services in Russia, Belarus & Kazakhstan

Cryptocurrency trading platform Exmo has announced it will stop serving traders and customers from Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan.

Nexo Launches Crypto-Backed Credit Cards in Europe in Partnership With Mastercard
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Nexo Launches Crypto-Backed Credit Cards in Europe in Partnership With Mastercard

Digital assets platform Nexo has inked a deal with Mastercard and DiPocket to launch crypto cards that will allow its customers in Europe to spend digital currencies without touching their funds.

Mastercard Files for 15 Crypto & Metaverse Related Trademarks
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Mastercard Files for 15 Crypto & Metaverse Related Trademarks

Mastercard has filed for 15 trademarks related to NFTs, crypto and metaverse.

Russian Banks Seeks Help from China's UnionPay amid Crackdown from Mastercard & Visa
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Russian Banks Seeks Help from China's UnionPay amid Crackdown from Mastercard & Visa

In a bid to mitigate the strain on the users of these payment service providers, the Russian Central Bank said some of its indigenous financial institutions are looking at integrating UnionPay.

Four Payment Operators Join in Suspending their Services in Russia amid Ukraine Crisis
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Four Payment Operators Join in Suspending their Services in Russia amid Ukraine Crisis

Four payment operators announce to suspend their payment services in Russia following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Coinbase Will Not Bar Russian Users Unless New Laws Requires: CEO Brian Armstrong
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Coinbase Will Not Bar Russian Users Unless New Laws Requires: CEO Brian Armstrong

Coinbase CEO says the exchange will not ban Russian users, citing the fact that many citizens are not supportive of the decision of their president to go to war against Ukraine.