Bank Alfalah has announced the launch of the Alfa Virtual Debit Card in collaboration with Mastercard in an endeavor to bring the bank closer to customers in the times of social distancing. The virtual card eliminates the need to visit a branch, present any physical documentation or in-person interaction to the application as customer verification […]

  Banque Saudi Fransi (BSF) and Mastercard have announced the launch of the world’s first Priceless Mastercard Credit Card. The card will give cardholders the opportunity to experience the world’s most prestigious music, sporting and entertainment events, meet celebrities, and enjoy a host of unparalleled travel and lifestyle privileges. Gilberto Caldart, President, International, Mastercard, said: “The […]

Mastercard has partnered with TSYS to enable consumers to use their Mastercard to split transactions into instalments before, during, or after checkout. This partnership complements Mastercard’s comprehensive suite of merchant offerings through API-based solutions, commercial partnerships, and acquisitions across the globe. “Adding the installment lending function to a bank card is suitable for all parties in the transaction. […]

Mastercard partners with Hero to create priceless possibilities for millions as they transform the digital payments and financial services landscape MENA. The solution will lead to superior consumer experience and financial security for consumers, riders and restaurants, spearheading growth of digital inclusion across the region and additionally drive operational efficiencies across Delivery Hero’s platforms. It […]

Mastercard partners with Circle K, Delaware North, Dunkin’ and White Castle to redifine the consumer shopping journey.  Mastercard’s Shop Anywhere and AI Powered Drive Through solutions deliver low touch, high engagement experiences for retailers and the end consumer.  The platform improves the speed of the shopper journey by eliminating existing points of friction through robust […]

Mastercard and TransferWise have announced an expanded partnership to enable the issuance of cards in any market around the world where Mastercard is accepted and TransferWise is licensed for its multi-currency borderless account. Mastercard has built a strong partnership with TransferWise, working with the global technology company since the issuance of its first debit card in Europe […]

National Institutional Facilitation Technologies – Pakistan (NIFT) and Checkout.com sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaboration between both entities, bringing greater payment optionality to the Pakistan market. The agreement enables both organizations to provide payment services through each other’s infrastructure, pursue commercial opportunities as a partnership. This strives towards a borderless experience for business […]

First Direct has signed a multi-year debit card agreement with Mastercard. Customers will begin receiving Mastercard debit cards in Q1 2021, and existing customers will be migrated gradually during the course of 2021. This Partnership will enhance digital benefits for first direct customers, including card controls and functionality, as well as exclusive offers, and a […]

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd has announced that the new Samsung Pay Card, powered by Curve, and in conjunction with global payments technology company Mastercard, will be available from August 18th. With ONE simple to use the digital-first card, Samsung Pay Card gives users complete control over their spending, without the fuss of having to change banks. This isn’t another bank […]

As e-commerce continues to accelerate owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mastercard is leading the way in fostering cybersecurity and combatting fraud in Saudi Arabia and across the Middle East and North Africa. With online shopping playing an integral role in the region’s economic recovery, ensuring transaction approval rates remain robust while countering fraud attempts has […]