MasterCard is a global financial services company that facilitates electronic payments between consumers, merchants, and financial institutions. Founded in 1966, it provides a range of payment solutions, including credit, debit, and prepaid cards, which are widely accepted around the world. The company operates a secure network that processes millions of transactions daily, ensuring fast and reliable payment processing. MasterCard also focuses on innovation, offering digital payment technologies and services to enhance the customer experience and promote financial inclusion globally.