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Mastercard has launched a new supply chain finance capability within its Track Business Payment Service in partnership with Demica. This initiative aims to enhance access to working capital for various businesses while reducing costs and complexity. The offering is designed to empower both small and large businesses across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. This collaboration intends to reshape B2B payments, allowing partners to improve access to early payments and streamline reconciliation processes, ultimately supporting financial inclusion and growth.

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) has successfully completed its acquisition of CipherTrace, a prominent provider of cryptocurrency intelligence and fraud solutions. This acquisition marks a significant advancement in Mastercard's strategy for digital assets, enhancing its capabilities in AI, cyber, and blockchain technologies. The integration aims to provide improved transparency and risk management for financial institutions, helping them meet regulatory requirements. Mastercard's president of Cyber and Intelligence, Ajay Bhalla, emphasized the importance of collaboration in fostering security and trust within the payments ecosystem.

Mastercard has integrated its Cross-Border Services into Previse's InstantPay platform, offering seamless, secure payments to suppliers in over 100 global markets. This collaboration aims to address cash flow issues faced by small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) due to delayed payments. The InstantPay solution leverages machine learning to process invoices and pay suppliers instantly. This integration not only facilitates faster payments but also reduces transaction costs and improves access to real-time exchange rates, enhancing business efficiency.

Mastercard unveils two premium fragrances, Priceless passion and Priceless optimism, enhancing its multisensory branding strategy. The launch will be showcased at Fashion Group International's Night of Stars in New York. The fragrances, inspired by Mastercard's brand colors, feature exclusive ingredients like Rose Centifolia from Grasse and Vetiver from Haiti. Designed to evoke emotional connections, these scents embody Mastercard's commitment to inclusivity and sustainability, featuring ingredients sourced from the NaturalsTogether™ program, benefiting small farmers globally.

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) is set to release its third-quarter 2021 financial results on October 28, 2021. A conference call will take place at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results. The financial results will be available on the company’s website following the release. Dial-in details for the conference call are provided for both U.S. and international participants, and a replay will be accessible for 30 days.

The 2021 Global Inclusive Growth Summit, themed “Rebuilding for All,” is scheduled for October 14, presented by Mastercard and the Aspen Institute. This free online event will unite global leaders, including Kamala Harris and Bill Clinton, to discuss strategies for fostering inclusive economies. The summit will feature commitments from various organizations and emphasize sustainable growth and financial security, following the impact of the pandemic. The inaugural summit in 2019 led to over $72 million in funding aimed at equitable economic growth.

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) will host a virtual Investment Community Meeting on November 10, 2021, starting at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The meeting will last around three hours, featuring updates on the company's strategy, products, and business initiatives from senior management. Interested parties can register for the event and access the live webcast at investor.mastercard.com. A replay will be available for 30 days, and presentation slides will be posted after the meeting.

Mastercard's latest report, Recovery Insights: Small Business Reset, highlights the post-pandemic recovery of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across 19 global markets. As of August 2021, SMB sales increased by 4.5% year-to-date compared to 2020, with e-commerce sales surging 31.4%. Key findings reveal that SMBs in business districts faced a 33% drop in spending compared to 2019, while residential areas saw an 8% increase. Despite challenges, the report notes a significant rise in new SMB formations, with one-third more retailers launched in 2020 than in 2019.