Mastercard secures New York State BitLicense as it continues to expand crypto services

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Mastercard has secured a New York State BitLicense, marking the third Virtual Currency Business Activity License granted in 2026. This milestone underscores Mastercard's commitment to expanding its crypto services. As a leading payment processor, Mastercard's foray into the crypto space is expected to boost adoption and drive mainstream acceptance of digital assets, further legitimizing the industry.