MasterCard's solution to against cyber hacking of banks and processors

MasterCard unveiled SafetyNet, a global tool designed to reduce the risk of cyber hacking of banks and processors.

SafetyNet is designed to use the power of MasterCard’s global network, to identify potential attacks before they start and in some cases before the bank or processor is even aware. Leveraging a multi-layer defence we are working to ensure our partners stay one step ahead of large scale attacks, which use increasingly sophisticated ways to compromise account data and security defenses.

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National Girls Learning Code Day

By Sonya Davidson

According to a new study, out of the Canadians that considered a career in technology, only 18 per cent were women.  A third admitted that the lack of encouragement to pursue science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) degrees put them off entering the sector. 

To address this trend, MasterCard has partnered with Ladies Learning Code  and the University of Waterloo to empower more girls and women to pursue careers in technology. This exciting new program, entitled ‘National Girls Learning Code Day’, will see more than 700 girls (ages 8 – 13) and their parents take a FREE, 6-hour introductory coding class held simultaneously across the country on November 8th.

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MasterCard Canada and MLSE create ultimate Priceless Experiences for sports fans

MasterCard announced a first-of-its-kind installation in Canada to bring sports fandom to the next level – both inside and outside Air Canada Centre. Building on its long-standing exclusive partnership with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors and Toronto FC, MasterCard today launched the Priceless Toronto Zone, an interactive digital experience at Air Canada Centre open to all sports fans. The Zone, outfitted with two large flex screens, an eight panel video wall and a 65" touchscreen, will be the place to catch behind the scenes moments, priceless experiences and collect sports memorabilia – whether you’re attending a game or not. 

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MasterCard: eCommerce heated in December up as Canadian temperatures plunged

Canadians responded to extreme weather conditions in December by taking their holiday shopping online – and they reached a major milestone in the process. For the first time in Canadian eCommerce history, the online share of retail sales totalled 7.8% for the month of December according to MasterCard SpendingPulse, a macro-economic report that leverages purchase information across all forms of payment – credit cards, cash and cheque – to offer detailed insight into consumer spending trends.

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