Mastercard Denies Responsibility for NSFW Game Removal

Mastercard's policy on lawful transactions is ambiguous, allowing for vague discretion that can lead to censorship of certain industries like NSFW games. The article advocates for legal reforms to classify payment networks as common carriers, ensuring non-discrimination and transparency, while criticizing current profit margins and regulatory failures. It discusses the complexities of international law, the limitations of current payment infrastructure, and the need for government-led public services to ensure access and privacy, emphasizing that private companies often externalize costs and restrict access based on political or reputational risks.