Mastercard Launches Crypto Partner Program With 85+ Firms

"The Crypto Partner Program, announced Wednesday, gathers more than 85 companies across the blockchain, fintech, and traditional banking sectors, including Binance, Circle, Gemini, PayPal, Paxos, Ripple, BitGo, and Crypto.com. The program is designed to explore practical applications for on-chain technology within existing payment infrastructure, focusing on areas such as cross-border transfers, business-to-business payments, and global payouts."

"Digital assets are entering a new phase, noting that blockchain and crypto are increasingly used to solve real-world problems rather than operate purely as parallel systems. For instance, blockchain tools can enable instant settlement, programmable payments, and round-the-clock cross-border transfers-capabilities that complement existing payment rails rather than replace them."

"Participants will work directly with Mastercard teams on product development and strategic direction, helping to shape services that integrate the speed and flexibility of on-chain payments with the global infrastructure of card networks. The program also provides forums for partners to exchange ideas, share expertise, and coordinate on industry standards."

Mastercard introduced the Crypto Partner Program, uniting over 85 organizations from blockchain, fintech, and traditional banking sectors including Binance, Circle, Gemini, PayPal, and Ripple. The initiative explores practical on-chain technology applications within existing payment infrastructure, targeting cross-border transfers, business-to-business payments, and global payouts. Digital assets are entering a new phase where blockchain solves real-world problems rather than operating as parallel systems. The program enables instant settlement, programmable payments, and round-the-clock transfers while complementing existing payment rails. Participants collaborate directly with Mastercard teams on product development, exchange expertise, and coordinate industry standards to create scalable, compliant solutions operating across multiple markets.

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