31/07/2025
Over the next few days, we’ll be breaking down why Mastercard’s First-Party Trust program is such a game changer in the fight against friendly fraud. From cross-MID data to 3RI support, there’s a lot to unpack, and it’s all good news for merchants.
To kick things off, let’s start with the basics: What is Mastercard’s First-Party Trust program, and why does it matter?
💳 First-Party Trust (FPT) is Mastercard’s latest tool to help merchants, PayFacs, and acquirers combat first-party fraud, aka “friendly fraud” by using smart data and EMV 3DS authentication.
🔑 Why This Matters
-Merchants get the tools to present strong evidence during disputes and protect their revenue.
-Issuers gain visibility into actual transactions, reducing unnecessary consumer conflicts.
-Consumers benefit from smoother experiences and fewer friction points at checkout.
-For merchants adopting EMV 3DS, the program strengthens both dispute defense and compliance positioning.