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At the recent Mastercard Global Inclusive Growth Summit, luxury travel CEO Omer Acar discussed the growing importance of sustainable tourism with Mastercard Chief Sustainability Officer Ellen Jackowski.   Sustainable practices aren't just good for the planet; it’s essential for business. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eBtST4pB   #sustainability #tourism #sustainabletravel

Top tip if you are going on vacation: Keep your information safe on the move and enhance your account security with multi-factor authentication (MFA), combining a passcode and biometrics. Always remember to carry a charger with a traditional plug to prevent data transfer risks from public USB ports. #cybersecurity #securitytips #MFA

On the move this summer? Protect your privacy while booking or shopping online. Always use your own device and secure Wi-Fi networks. Avoid public Wi-Fi at airports, cafes, and stations to prevent exposing your personal info. #cybersecurity #onlinesafety #securitytips

As an official sponsor of CONMEBOL Copa América, Mastercard and Paysend are supporting those who leave everything on the field. With the help of Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernández and Mexican soccer legend Héctor Herrera, we delivered the ultimate priceless surprise to father-son small business owners, Jose and Emmanuell Maldonado of Mariscos Playa Hermosa. Watch Héctor and Cristo jump in and hear from Emmanuell on what the tournament means to his community here: https://lnkd.in/exwyZTTg

There’s nothing more priceless than seeing your favorite football stars in action! As a proud sponsor of CONMEBOL Copa América, we’re bringing deserving father-son small business owners to catch the action in person with the help of soccer legend Héctor Herrera, and Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernández. Tune in to the Mexico vs. Ecuador match on June 30 during TelevisaUnivision’s CONMEBOL Copa América coverage to learn more about the impact Mastercard and Paysend are making for small businesses like Mariscos Playa Hermosa in Phoenix, AZ. Supporting those who leave everything on the field: #priceless

As summer kicks off, the travel industry is experiencing strong growth, with a surge in both traveller numbers and spending. Planning your next adventure? Stick to reputable sites and vendors when securing flights, hotels, or experiences abroad. Before you click ‘confirm’, review customer feedback and look for secure payment options. Stay smart and travel safe! #traveltips #travelsafety #securitytips #cybersecurity

Discover the future of urban mobility with Mastercard in Amsterdam! From contactless ticketing to micro mobility solutions, we're working with cities and transit authorities to make urban transportation simpler, more efficient, and environmentally friendly.   Join us in shaping sustainable, inclusive cities by streamlining mobility and creating seamless experiences for all. Let's accelerate towards a smarter, greener future together.   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gUk_ZhNE   #urbanmobility #innovation #sustainability

Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) represent 90% of companies worldwide and contribute over 50% of global GDP. One in three of those MSMEs are led by women, who face unique challenges to starting and growing a business.   To commemorate the United Nations’ #MSMEDay, we worked with CARE to recognize the women-led MSMEs that anchor our communities and inspire our mission to building a more equitable and prosperous world. Whether it’s your favorite restaurant, your neighborhood coffee shop or the artist who made a custom portrait of your pet – small and medium-sized enterprises deserve recognition, today and every day. Explore the stories of women-led MSMEs around the world: https://lnkd.in/e6GtqBNY   We want to know – what do MSMEs mean to you? How will you support a MSME today? Share in the comments below. 👇

Last year, financial institutions reported that more than $400 billion was lost to fraud. With the rise in real-time payment systems, illicit activity is becoming more instant in nature and harder to intercept. Our latest white paper, Uniting against account-to-account fraud, explores lessons from leading real-time markets to understand what can be done and why collaboration across government and industries is crucial to turning the tide. At Mastercard, we’re working with a range of bodies and rolling out multiple technology solutions, including in AI and machine learning, to prevent these types of scams from ever taking place. Read our full white paper: https://lnkd.in/eU56mpZc #fraud #A2Afraud #APPfraud #realtimepayments

As contactless payments continue to shape the future of commerce, it's essential to stay informed about the technology and its transformative impact on the way we live and work.   Curious about contactless? Here's everything you need to know about tap and go. Our latest article delves into the inner workings of this innovative payment method, highlighting its benefits, innovations and growth potential.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/exeHCfH4   #contactlesspayments #digitalpayments #Innovation