Ericsson and Mastercard enhance global digital money movement and accelerate digital financial inclusion

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Collaboration simplifies access to advanced money movement solutions for telecom service providers, fintechs and banksStrengthens digital ecosystems across emerging and developed marketsIncreases financial digital inclusion for unbanked and underbanked communitiesaims to accelerate the adoption of digital payments and expand participation in the digital economy. The global rollout will begin in the Middle East and Africa, where demand for mobile money, remittances and interoperable payment services is particularly strong.

Pratik Khowala, Global Head of Transfer Solutions, Mastercard, says: "Mastercard Move empowers payment service providers to shape the future of money movement - delivering fast, secure and transparent transfers for individuals and businesses worldwide. By integrating with Ericsson's fintech platform, we're opening new pathways for telecom operators, financial institutions and fintechs to scale innovative payment services, reach underserved communities and unlock fresh revenue streams. This collaboration not only meets the rising demand for digital cross-border payments, but also accelerates progress toward a more connected, inclusive and dynamic global digital economy."

Pavan Bachwal, Head of Mobile Financial Services, Ericsson, says: "Joining forces with Mastercard marks a bold step toward the future of money movement. Combining Ericsson's trusted, scalable platform with Mastercard Move enables our customers to launch secure and efficient payment solutions faster than we ever have before. Together, we are driving financial inclusion, accelerating innovation, and creating new growth opportunities across the globe."

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