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AI-Agent Payments Explained: Mastercard Agent Pay, AP2 and x402

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Briefings

Mastercard's machine-payment pilot distinguishes between spending authority (AP2) and payment requests (x402), requiring a signed voucher and final settlement. The evidence indicates these distinct steps are necessary for the pilot's functionality, though specific operational details remain unverified.

Key points

• Mastercard's machine-payment pilot requires a signed voucher and final settlement as separate steps from spending authority.
• AP2 records spending authority while x402 carries payment requests.

Context

This finding clarifies the operational workflow of Mastercard's machine-payment pilot, distinguishing between authorization and request processing.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the pilot's functional requirements; specific operational details, implementation timelines, and broader industry impact remain unverified.

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