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This 90-Day Debit Card Rule Nobody Talks About

What if a simple habit you ignore every day could cost your family lakhs? Almost everyone carries a debit card, but most people only see it as a payment tool. Very few understand the hidden protection it quietly offers. Many debit cards come with accidental insurance that can support your…

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Why Marketplaces Evaluate Finix Against Stripe

Marketplace operators face a specific problem when choosing payment infrastructure

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Russian iPhone users lose Apple ID payments as Kremlin escalates VPN crackdown

Russia's Ministry of Digital Development has ordered mobile operators to disable Apple ID payments in a bid to make accessing VPNs harder.

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Banning card surcharges will make paying simpler – but not necessarily cheaper

From October 1, 2026, Australians will no longer pay a fee for debit, prepaid and credit payments using eftpos, Mastercard and Visa cards. The Reserve Bank of Australia estimates the change could save consumers around A$1.6 billion a year.

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Jim Chalmers claims removing card surcharges will ease cost-of-living pressures. But will you be better off?

The reforms announced by the Reserve Bank on Tuesday will have ripple effects across the whole payments system, experts say

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Remember when Mastercard pressured Steam to remove a bunch of NSFW games? The FTC says that's not cool—sort of

The FTC warned Mastercard, PayPal, and others against denying consumers the right to buy what they want, saying that "access to such infrastructure and services is essential for Americans’ participation in everyday commerce."

PC Gamer

Mastercard's Pivot: A Bullish Strategic Bet on AI and Data

Mastercard's strategic shift from infrastructure to high-growth AI and data services suggests a deliberate focus on a more profitable, technology-driven future.

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Credit Card Disputes Are Getting Harder to Win — What Issuers Are Changing

Have you detected that fighting a credit card chargeback feels more like battling a video game boss than a simple request for justice? That’s not your imagination playing tricks on you. Credit card disputes — aka chargebacks — used to feel like a pretty clear road: you see something wrong,…

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No card details, no passwords: changing the way we pay online

Forget about having to plug in all your card details online every single time ... Click to Pay with Mastercard is making this a thing of the past

The Guardian - UK

‘I’m cycling to work in the West End – my 16-year-old self would be delighted’

Craig Gilbert, associate director at the Donmar, on the theatre’s creative intimacy, his own unusual career path and inspiring the next generation

The Guardian - UK

The hottest theatre tickets in town – plus how to snap them up

From Phantom of the Opera to Billy Elliot the Musical, a night at the theatre is a night to remember. And to make those special moments happen, Mastercard has stepped in with Priceless Experiences, helping you book great seats for the most in-demand shows

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Can SoFi Shares Thrive Through Maturity?

SoFi stock reflects a high-growth fintech story balancing strong user expansion, product innovation, and rising competitive and credit risks in digital banking.

MarketBeat

‘Gut instinct plays a big part’: how human intuition and AI can reduce online fraud

Mastercard is using AI tools to identify scams in their early stages and stop threats in their tracks – but the role for human agency and intelligence remains essential

The Guardian - UK

From West End shows to a craft beer tour: your guide to the best experiences London has to offer

Whether you want to view London from above, delve into its secret past or fancy a little pampering, Mastercard’s Priceless Experiences open doors to places you might never otherwise get to see

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Mastercard to acquire crypto startup BVNK for up to $1.8 billion in largest stablecoin deal to date

BVNK was previously in talks with the U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase for an acquisition price of about $2 billion.

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LuckyMate Online Casino: what actually waits for Aussie players

Play at LuckyMate Online Casino in Australia with popular pokies, blackjack and roulette. Claim a welcome bonus with free spins, use PayID or cards, and enjoy smooth mobile play anytime.

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Why Mastercard and Visa Are the Definition of Forever Stocks

Despite a weak year for financials, Visa and Mastercard remain forever stocks due to their global duopoly, massive profit margins, and forecast industry growth.

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Is AI set to transform the way we shop? (Hint: yes, it is)

From choosing a new outfit based on your budget and taste, to making sure you always have your kitchen staples replenished, a new consumer revolution is underway thanks to the power of artificial intelligence

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Euronews

EU’s largest economies push for faster capital market integration in joint letter

France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland and Spain are urging the EU to agree by summer on a set of proposals designed to strengthen oversight of financial market infrastructures and improve operations across the bloc.

Fortune

How AI is about to transform the C-suite for small businesses

Mastercard is rolling out an AI-powered virtual CFO.

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Most small businesses can’t afford a full-time finance chief. So Mastercard is debuting a ‘virtual CFO’ built with AI

The new offering aims to help business owners manage cash flow, spot risks, and make CFO‑level decisions.

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SoFi Just Landed a New Stablecoin Partnership with Mastercard. Does That Make SOFI Stock a Buy Here?

The stablecoin deal may not move the needle for SOFI stock.

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Arnold Palmer Invitational 2026 Live Streams: TV Details & Preview For PGA Tour Event

Here's how to watch the Arnold Palmer Invitational Classic 2026 from wherever you are in the world.

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Digital euro: The EU’s tool for payment sovereignty?

Six in ten European transactions flow through American infrastructure, such as Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal. Brussels wants to change that with the digital euro, its most ambitious plan.

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Why Europe needs a payment system independent of Mastercard and Visa

Europe spends trillions of euros every year on card payments, yet almost none of them run through a European system. Now the EU wants to change that, but can it? Watch the video.

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