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7 debit cards with complimentary airport lounge access in 2026 that you might not be aware of; 3 are without minimum spend criteria

Credit cards aren't the only way to unlock free airport lounge access. Discover 7 debit cards from ICICI, HDFC, SBI, PNB, IDFC First and Bank of Baroda offering complimentary domestic and international lounge visits, with some having no minimum spend criteria. Check out these 7 debit cards that offer lounge…

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Financial sovereignty, digital euro and payment roaming: EU seeks alternatives to US cards

From the digital euro to private interoperability and Brazil's PIX, the race for sovereignty is on, but the real test is securing payment autonomy at home and abroad.

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Apple Pay coming to India in October, UPI support may be delayed: Report

Apple Pay may launch in India this October without UPI support. The service will initially use tokenized Visa and Mastercard credit cards. This allows iPhone and Apple Watch users contactless payment options. UPI integration is expected later due to ongoing technical discussions. Apple faces challenges adapting its global payment system…

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Zero forex markup credit cards: Does it mean zero cost? Check this before your international travel

Planning an international trip? A 'zero forex markup' credit card promises savings, but hidden charges and fluctuating exchange rates can still impact your costs. Discover what this popular travel perk truly means, when it saves you money, and if a prepaid forex card might be the smarter choice for your…

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Klarna member? You can now get a free NordVPN subscription — here's how

Klarna has partnered with NordVPN to give members a free VPN subscription. Here's what the deal includes and how to claim your free NordVPN.

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Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Mastercard Incorporated Stock?

Although Mastercard Incorporated has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a bullish outlook about the stock’s prospects.

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Mastercard says UPI complements digital payments ecosystem, not a competitor

Mastercard sees India's UPI as a complementary platform for digital payments. This homegrown system has significantly expanded the country's digital payment ecosystem. Mastercard continues to invest heavily in cybersecurity to ensure system trust. Enhanced security innovations balance user convenience and friction effectively. India's digital payments framework is considered among the…

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UPI no challenge to Mastercard, has expanded digital payments: Exec

Mastercard India head Gautam Aggarwal sees UPI as a complementary system. UPI has educated consumers and expanded the digital payments market significantly. India possesses the world's largest digital payments ecosystem in absolute terms. Mastercard invests heavily in cybersecurity to ensure user convenience and security. A strong regulatory framework and consumer…

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JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon leads new cross-industry effort to tackle AI risks

JP Morgan Chase's CEO, Jamie Dimon, is calling upon business leaders to participate in a newly established industry group dedicated to tackling the emerging threats associated with artificial intelligence technology. This initiative encourages collaboration and the exchange of information among vital infrastructure sectors, aiming to create a collective comprehension of…

The Economic Times

The real fight in agentic commerce isn't autonomy. It's authorization

The capability for AI agents to complete purchases has existed for some time. What has been missing is the infrastructure that enables businesses and consumers to trust those transactions.

TechRadar

Mastercard profit beats estimates on strong consumer spending

Mastercard reported better-than-expected second-quarter profits on Thursday. Strong transaction volumes and resilient consumer spending supported the company's financial performance. Gross dollar volume rose eight percent, and net revenue increased fourteen percent.

The Economic Times

Apple Could Swing $170 Billion In Value After Earnings

Earnings are back in the driver’s seat on Thursday, with a Benzinga-selected slate that ranges from regulated utilities to mega-cap tech and payments. With guidance and segment commentary often moving stocks as much as the headline numbers, the options market offers a real-time read on how much volatility traders are…

Benzinga

Beyond Bitcoin: Crypto trends investors should watch over the next 6 months

CoinDCX Co-founder Sumit Gupta writes that disciplined investing through crypto SIPs is replacing market timing. Beyond Bitcoin, structural value is forming across stablecoin payment rails, real-world asset tokenisation led by institutions like BlackRock, and emerging AI agentic commerce infrastructure.

The Economic Times

V Stock Layoffs: What to Know About the Latest Visa Job Cuts

Visa shares rally on plans to lower its global headcount by 7%. Here’s how you should play V stock ahead of the company’s Q3 earnings today after market close.

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Visa to lay off 7% of staff as efficiency push deepens

Visa plans to reduce its workforce by approximately seven percent. This significant job cut will primarily affect technology and product teams. The company cited evolving operations due to artificial intelligence advancements. Visa reported strong quarterly financial results despite these planned workforce reductions. Rival companies like Mastercard and Block have also…

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Can a shop charge you extra for paying by credit card? Here's what every card user should know

Can merchants legally charge customers extra for credit card payments? The Reserve Bank of India regulates these payment systems and card acceptance rules. Consumers should check final amounts and report unauthorized transactions immediately.

International Business Times

XRP Jumps to $1.12 as Binance Drops an $800K Reward Play. Is the Breakout Real?

XRP popped to around $1.12, a roughly 2% gain, after Binance unveiled an $800,000 XRP reward campaign on July 15.

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Exclusive: Visa launches new platform to provide stablecoin services to more than 200 million merchants

The new platform lets banks and fintechs mint, move, and manage stablecoins directly through its network.

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Exclusive: Cyclops raises $20 million to help payment companies settle faster with stablecoins

The Miami-based startup, whose clients include MasterCard, raised a Series A led by Nava Ventures.

TechRadar

NordVPN is now part of Mastercard’s lifestyle perks — find out if you are eligible

Mastercard cardholders can now sign up for a NordVPN subscription without paying a penny. Here's all you need to know.

MarketBeat

Analysts See Major Upside for These 5 Stocks

NVIDIA, Vistra, Mastercard, Micron, and Energy Transfer carry Buy ratings, high MarketRank scores, and double-digit analyst-implied upside ahead of earnings season.

Bangkok Post

Mastercard explores sale of UK payments subsidiary Vocalink, FT reports

LONDON - Mastercard is exploring the sale of a majority stake in its UK ‌payments subsidiary Vocalink back to British banks as it responds to concerns about a critical asset being under US ownership, the Financial Times reported on Monday citing ⁠people briefed on the talks.

MarketBeat

Fiserv’s Debit Network Talks Raise a Bigger Question for Visa and Mastercard

Big banks are reportedly weighing a $15 billion bid for Fiserv's STAR debit network to bypass Durbin fee caps, as Visa and Mastercard face settlement costs and stablecoin competition.

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Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Mastercard’s Report

Mastercard is gearing up to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings, and analysts expect profit to increase by a low double-digit percentage.

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I Flew to Rio for Shakira. Instead, I Discovered Why Holidays Feel So Different Now.

Shakira's record-breaking Rio concert gave me an unexpected glimpse into a bigger cultural shift—one that's changing not just where we travel, but why.

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