Mastercard, the official sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, has joined forces with the National Bank of Egypt (NBE) to introduce the UEFA Champions League Mastercard Credit Card, the first of its kind in Egypt. This innovative credit card offers exclusive benefits and cashback on online purchases for NBE’s cardholders. The launch of this unique...
Mastercard has entered into a strategic partnership with Loop, a prominent digital payments technology company licensed by SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority). The collaboration aims to empower businesses and consumers across Saudi Arabia by providing enhanced access to advanced credit card offerings and innovative payment solutions. Under the partnership, Loop will expand its product portfolio...
Mastercard and Octopus Cards Limited, the operator of the widely used Octopus e-money cards and solutions, have introduced a more convenient way for inbound travellers to Hong Kong to benefit from Octopus services. Leveraging Mastercard as the payment option in the Octopus App for Tourists, Mastercard cardholders can easily top-up Mobile Octopus on their iPhone...
Mastercard and AF Payments, Inc. (AFPI), the company behind Beep™ cards, have unveiled a strategic partnership to introduce contactless acceptance of Mastercard cards on the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3 Line) and buses, marking a significant leap in the digitization of payments in the Philippines. In alignment with the government’s push for accelerated payment...
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution, has successfully launched a cutting-edge payment hub, transforming the way customers conduct their transfers with speed and efficiency. In collaboration with real-time payment solutions company ProgressSoft, ADIB aims to streamline Cross-Border Services and expedite cross-border remittances through this strategic initiative. The newly launched payment hub signifies...
TerraPay, a leading global cross-border payments network company, and Diamond Trust Bank Uganda (DTBU), a prominent member of the Diamond Trust Bank Group, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at expanding international money transfers and fostering financial inclusion in Uganda. This collaboration promises unparalleled benefits for customers worldwide, leveraging the strengths of both entities to...
Astra Tech, the leading consumer technology holding group in the MENA region, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Al Etihad Payments (AEP), a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE). This collaboration marks the launch of Aani, an advanced instant payment platform operated by Al Etihad Payments, aimed at transforming the landscape of...
Magnati, a leading payments solutions provider in the Middle East, has announced a strategic partnership with Al Etihad Payments (AEP), a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE. This collaboration signifies Magnati’s ongoing commitment to shaping the future of payments in the region. Leveraging AEP’s cutting-edge platform, Aani, the partnership aims to deliver seamless,...
JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan’s sole international payment brand, has announced the launch of a promotional campaign in collaboration with Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd., running from February 5 to July 31, 2024. During this period, JCB cardmembers outside Japan have the opportunity to receive an original pass...
AffiniPay, a leading provider of professional technology solutions, has unveiled its next-generation In-Person Payment options, aiming to maximize efficiency for professionals. This innovative functionality utilizes state-of-the-art in-person payment devices that seamlessly integrate across various products and interfaces, modernizing the client experience with on-the-go and in-office payments. The introduction also incorporates the latest “tap-to-phone” technology for...