Chainlink Teams Up with Mastercard to Enable Cryptocurrency Purchases for 3 Billion Cardholders

Mastercard's new partnership with Chainlink aims to simplify fiat-to-crypto transactions, making digital asset access easier for mainstream users.

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Summary

Mastercard has announced a partnership with Chainlink that enables over 3 billion cardholders to purchase cryptocurrencies directly on the blockchain using fiat currency. This collaboration integrates Chainlink's interoperability with Mastercard's payment network, allowing users to initiate transactions through DEX Swapper Finance without needing to register on centralized exchanges. The process is designed to be user-friendly, eliminating the complexities of traditional crypto trading. This initiative marks a significant step towards mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies, reflecting a trend of traditional financial institutions integrating with blockchain technology.

Terms & Concepts
  • on-chain services: Services that operate directly on a blockchain, facilitating transactions and interactions without intermediaries.
  • Shift4: A payment processing platform that enables businesses to accept various payment methods, including cryptocurrencies.
  • Uniswap: A decentralized exchange protocol that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies directly on the Ethereum blockchain.