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- Participation in this program requires the Mastercard Music Pass NFT.
- Mastercard has selected five artists to take part in the program.
In recent years, Mastercard has aligned itself with other traditional financial institutions that have ventured into the Web3 space. On April 12, Mastercard announced its new accelerator initiative for creatives, incorporating a Web3 element. To engage in this program, participants must possess the Mastercard Music Pass non-fungible token (NFT).
The Mastercard #ArtistAccelerator utilizes #Web3 music tools in unprecedented ways. Join and mint your complimentary Mastercard Music Pass #NFT to gain access to exclusive music content and experiences.
Empowering the next generation of music: #priceless.— Mastercard (@Mastercard) April 12, 2023
This NFT is a limited edition and is available for free download for both artists and their fans until the end of the month, as stated. The initiative was developed in collaboration with Polygon, offering users unrestricted access to educational materials, unique AI features, and more.
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According to Mastercard’s chief marketing and communications officer Raja Rajamannar, initiatives like this aim to assist customers in “better understanding and trusting how blockchain and digital assets are utilized.”
Mastercard has highlighted its role as an early adopter of Web3 technologies and has long supported their application to provide fans and artists with enhanced opportunities for creating “exclusive, inclusive, and scalable experiences.”
Additionally, Mastercard has already selected five musicians from various genres and regions to participate in the program. Musicians will also be introduced to a new AI-driven music studio alongside the Web3 technology.
This announcement comes as a surprise, given that less than two months ago, Mastercard and Visa indicated they would halt any new crypto or blockchain partnerships, stating that all new initiatives would be deferred until more favorable market conditions and a more stable regulatory landscape emerged.
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