Mastercard unveils global Crypto Partner Program with over 85 industry collaborators

Mastercard has introduced a global Crypto Partner Program that brings together more than 85 companies across the digital asset ecosystem to work on blockchain-based payment solutions. The initiative focuses on integrating digital assets with Mastercard's existing payment infrastructure against the backdrop of a stablecoin market cap exceeding $314 billion in March 2026. Participants will explore use cases such as digital asset payments, settlement services, and cross-border transactions.