he Axios sponsored article explains how Mastercard uses large-scale threat intelligence to fight fraud across the global payments ecosystem. By analyzing vast volumes of real-time transaction data and signals from banks, merchants, and networks, Mastercard can detect suspicious behavior patterns and stop fraud before it spreads. The approach relies on advanced analytics and AI to adapt quickly as criminals change tactics, while minimizing false declines that frustrate customers. Mastercard argues that sharing intelligence across institutions is essential because fraud rarely affects just one company at a time. The piece emphasizes that preventing fraud at scale requires collaboration, speed, and continuous learning rather than isolated defenses.
