Mastercard and Polygon to launch Web3 programme for emerging musicians

The payment giant Mastercard, in partnership with Polygon, announced the launch of the Web3-programme Mastercard Artist Accelerator for emerging musicians.

We’re excited to grow our music footprint with the launch of the #Web3-based Mastercard Artist Accelerator, announced today at #CES! The new platform will help emerging artists pursue their passion and accelerate their music careers. 🎶 https://t.co/ckwiqCV3Ob

— Mastercard News (@MastercardNews) January 6, 2023

The programme is set to begin in spring 2023. The organisers intend to support the development of musicians, DJs and producers in the digital economy.

Participants are promised exclusive access to events, music releases, training in issuing their own non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and more.

The payments giant will also release a limited NFT collection, Mastercard Music Pass, which will give fans access to training alongside programme participants.

Earlier in December 2022, Polygon launched a Web3 platform for personalising NFT Debit Mastercard debit cards issued by the Hi fintech app.

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