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Mastercard executives announcing the global Crypto Partner Program with partners, blockchain, and payment visuals on screen.
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Mastercard launches global crypto partner program

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Mastercard has unveiled a new Crypto Partner Program uniting more than 85 companies from the blockchain, fintech, and banking sectors to integrate digital assets into everyday payments. The initiative focuses on practical applications like cross-border transfers and business-to-business payments. Executives describe it as a bridge between on-chain innovation and traditional financial infrastructure.

The Chaco government announced that payments for several provincial programs will begin crediting this Friday, May 8, through the Nuevo Banco del Chaco.

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Permanent Secretary Charles Hinga has confirmed that Affordable Housing interns under the BOMA YANGU programme will be paid on Thursday following a payroll delay. He attributed the issue to a mix-up between two exchequer budgets. Even senior ministry officials, including himself, have not received last month's salaries.

A survey by the National Cryptocurrency Association and PayPal finds that 39% of U.S. merchants accept digital assets, driven by customer demand. Most expect crypto payments to become standard within five years. Adoption is particularly strong among larger enterprises and younger demographics.

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Crypto-linked credit cards have seen explosive growth, with payment volumes surging from $100 million monthly in early 2023 to over $1.5 billion by late 2025. This trend bridges traditional payments and digital assets, onboarding new users while enhancing utility for crypto holders. However, their reliance on established rails raises questions about true innovation in finance.

Blokko has expanded its payment software to run on LANDI Global's M20 device, allowing merchants to accept cryptocurrencies and stablecoins with local currency settlement. The integration debuts at NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show in New York. This move aims to simplify cross-border transactions for retailers worldwide.

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Building on 2025's regulatory clarity from the GENIUS Act and bank integrations by firms like JPMorgan, Visa, and Mastercard, cryptocurrency payments are poised for mainstream breakthrough in 2026. Supportive signals from MSCI and a pro-crypto SEC, alongside key partnerships and card usage surges, underscore this rapid evolution.

 

 

 

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