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AstroPay Announces the Launch of a Brand-New MasterCard Prepaid Card

 As an online payment system, AstroPay ranks among the best of the best. It is used and enjoyed by millions of customers globally, and news of its latest product launch resonates worldwide. AstroPay recently announced the launch of MasterCard prepaid cards in Brazil. Now, AstroPay clientele – new and existing – will be able to use the prepaid MasterCard anywhere that vendors accept MasterCard as a payment method.

MasterCard introduced this innovative new product in Brazil. As global leaders in payment solutions, MasterCard and Astropay (a fintech giant) are working hard to make it easier for customers to manage their finances better. Plus, these two financial giants bring plenty of value to the table.

The prepaid Mastercard from AstroPay can be activated instantly and used at no cost. It can also be used to pay in any merchant that accepts Mastercard. You also get cashback and other perks through the AstroPay site. The physical prepaid card can be used to make payments online, withdraw money at an ATM or pay in-store

AstroPay's global brand is an addition to the growing number of solutions it offers customers.

Guillermo Dotta is the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Product Officer at AstroPay. He stated:

Brazil is one the most advanced countries in fintech and digital money. The partnership with Mastercard honours our commitment to Brazilians to provide the best solutions for handling money securely and efficiently. We are building a strong consumer community, but our focus is to keep innovating to adapt payment solutions like cards to our product offerings to ensure our users' needs are met and exceeded.

Thiago Dias is Fintech and Enablers Vice-President, Mastercard Latin America and Caribbean. He stated:

Mastercard was pleased to partner with AstroPay to offer innovative solutions to advance financial inclusion and provide consumers with a seamless and safe experience.

Debit Cards versus Prepaid Cards

AstroPay's announcement with MasterCard is good news for customers. Since prepaid cards don't require the cards to be linked to bank accounts, there is enhanced privacy and ease of use available to customers.

About AstroPay

AstroPay was established in 2009 and is a leader in global payment solutions. It is the preferred digital wallet for millions of customers across Asia, Africa and Latin America. AstroPay makes their lives much easier. They can access services and manage money easily. It also helps merchants to do business more securely and easily with these users. AstroPay is the winner of the Payment Processing Company at the 2018 GA (Gaming Awards).