# We have to be in the crypto space, Mastercard CEO says

# We have to be in the crypto space, Mastercard CEO says

“# We have to be in the crypto space, Mastercard CEO says ” Traditional card networks are vying to ensure their services remain at the center of new developments in digital assets, whether they be central bank digital currencies or private sector stablecoins. In an earnings call on July 29, Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach discussed recent…

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# Crypto frenzy may be winding down, Visa CFO says

# Crypto frenzy may be winding down, Visa CFO says

“# Crypto frenzy may be winding down, Visa CFO says ” This year has seen unprecedented growth in the crypto markets, with lucrative knock-on effects for third parties like Visa. This, however, may already be beginning to dwindle, according to the company’s senior executives. The payments giant’s newly-released financial results for fiscal Q3 2021 show bullish…

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# Visa to acquire cross-border payments fintech Currencycloud

# Visa to acquire cross-border payments fintech Currencycloud

“# Visa to acquire cross-border payments fintech Currencycloud ” Visa officially announced Thursday that it signed a definitive agreement to acquire Currencycloud, a fintech platform supporting about 500 banking and technology clients across more than 180 countries. The new acquisition aims to improve Visa’s foreign exchange business and expand them to serve financial institutions, fintechs…

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# Institutional exchange launches crypto debit card

# Institutional exchange launches crypto debit card

“# Institutional exchange launches crypto debit card ” Intercontinental Exchange subsidiary Bakkt has introduced a debit card allowing customers to use crypto for retail purchases. In a Tuesday announcement, Bakkt said it had launched a fully virtual Visa debit card for both online and in-store spending. Card holders can spend Bitcoin (BTC) from their Bakkt…

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