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Racing towards the future of payments

Seven trends signaling how payments could evolve by 2030

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Gen AI rising superpowers

Look at the three rapidly developing areas of AI, analyze their likely use cases and assess their potential impact.  

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The invisible handshake

Explore how tokenization is revolutionizing digital interactions.

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A retail renaissance

Explore how emerging technologies and experiences are shaping the future of retail.

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What is Mastercard Signals, and how does it help businesses anticipate the future of payments and commerce?

Mastercard Signals are thought leadership and trend reports that explore transformative technologies, socio-economic shifts, and consumer behaviors shaping payments and commerce over the next 3–5 years. It helps businesses anticipate future trends and integrate insights into strategic planning.

Which emerging technologies are covered in Mastercard Signals reports, and why do they matter?

Signals reports cover all emerging technologies that are having or may have an influence on the future such as AI, Gen AI, blockchain, quantum computing, tokenization, cloud, and cybersecurity. These innovations are critical because they redefine security, interoperability, and customer experience in the evolving payments ecosystem.

Can Mastercard Signals help organizations prepare for technology challenges such as AI, cybersecurity, Cloud, tokenization and stablecoin?

Yes. Signals provides actionable insights on how these technologies impact commerce and security. Reports like Securing Trust and The Invisible Handshake guide organizations in addressing risks and leveraging opportunities in AI, tokenization, and digital assets.

How frequently are Mastercard Signals reports updated, and how can businesses access them?

Signals reports are published quarterly to reflect the latest trends and innovations. Businesses can access them through Mastercard’s official Signals page online, ensuring timely intelligence for strategic decision-making. Visit: https://www.mastercard.com/us/en/innovation/explore-with-us/mastercard-signals-research-insights.html

Who should read Mastercard Signals?

Signals is designed for executives, innovators, influencers, and media seeking future-focused insights.  Please validate the relevancy of each AI-generated question and answer. Only those that are accurate, relevant, and aligned with Mastercard offerings or products should be considered. This ensures all AI-generated FAQs meet Mastercard’s quality and compliance standards.