“The Mastercard-MoonPay partnership is a game-changer. It not only boosts security but redefines digital connection, expanding blockchain's appeal and utility in one fell swoop”
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In an intriguing manoeuvre, Mastercard and MoonPay are linking arms.
They aim to venture deeper into the landscape of Web3 technologies.
MoonPay's co-founder and CEO, Ivan Soto-Wright, hasn't minced words about this collaboration.
"We’re excited to collaborate with Mastercard, a prominent supporter of Web3 and the digital economy, to redefine customer loyalty and engagement,"
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This isn't just another business hand-shake.
It's about taking new Web3 tools and integrating them into Mastercard's already illustrious portfolio of sponsorships.
The goal? To reach consumers in novel ways that have not been tried before.
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MoonPay isn't going on this journey alone.
Its subsidiary, Otherlife, which offers a variety of Web3 creative services, will also be playing a crucial role.
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Mastercard has already been dipping its toes into the blockchain pool.
The company has invested in technology aimed at bolstering transparency and trust within this evolving digital ecosystem.
Earlier this year, for instance, Mastercard rolled out the Artist Accelerator.
It's a unique platform that equips musicians with Web3 tools, empowering them to monetise their art in new ways.
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MoonPay aims to reciprocate by integrating Mastercard's products and solutions.
The objective is to foster greater efficiency and compliance across the sector.
MoonPay also plans to utilise Mastercard's Crypto Credential.
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The partners are even considering the incorporation of Mastercard's payment technologies like 'Click to Pay' into MoonPay’s Web3 technology stack.
This is not a mere business deal; it's a leap into a digital future that promises more connectivity, trust, and novel ways to engage with consumers.
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Mastercard is taking a leading role in the expanding world of blockchain technology, which is revolutionising various aspects of commerce globally.
From enhancing consumer choice in finance to streamlining supply chains and monitoring carbon emissions, the company is actively unlocking new opportunities in these domains.
By pairing their strengths, Mastercard and MoonPay are setting the sails for an intriguing journey into the next frontier of the internet.
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