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SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. Launches AI‑Powered Masterclass Platform to Accelerate Global Innovation in Payments and PayTech

Jan 30, 2026 · Issued by Smart Card Marketing Systems, Inc.

SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. (OTC:SMKG) AI‑Powered Masterclass Platform to Accelerate Global Innovation in Payments and PayTech

SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. (OTC: SMKG), a global leader in PayTech, FinTech, Blockchain enablement and digital transformation solutions, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking AI Masterclass Platform for Payments and PayTech — a next‑generation learning and enablement environment designed to empower financial institutions, enterprises, developers, and regulators with the knowledge and tools required to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital payments ecosystem.

The AI Masterclass Platform leverages SmartCard’s deep expertise in payment rails, embedded finance, digital banking, blockchain, and compliance frameworks to deliver a curated, intelligent learning experience. Powered by advanced AI models, the platform dynamically adapts to each user’s role, skill level, and industry segment, offering personalized pathways that accelerate mastery and operational readiness.

A New Standard for Payments Education to enable Payments Modelling and Processes.

The platform integrates SmartCard’s extensive portfolio of enterprise‑grade technologies- including digital onboarding, KYC/AML, tokenization, merchant acquiring, cross‑border payments, and blockchain‑enabled settlement - transforming them into interactive, scenario‑based learning modules. With the inclusion of indexed diagrams to provide a greater learning experience.

“The future of payments requires more than technology — it requires knowledge, readiness, and the ability to execute with precision,” said Massimo Barone, CEO of SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. “Our AI Masterclass Platform bridges the global skills gap by giving organizations a powerful, adaptive learning engine that mirrors real‑world PayTech environments. This is not just training — it’s enablement at scale.”

Key Features of the AI Masterclass Platform
• AI‑Adaptive Learning Engine that personalizes content for banks, fintechs, merchants, developers, and regulators.
• Industry‑Aligned Curriculum covering payment rails, ISO 20022, open banking, digital wallets, CBDCs, blockchain, and cybersecurity.
• Labs using SmartCard’s proprietary platforms for onboarding, payments, digital identity, and tokenization.
• Compliance‑Ready Frameworks aligned with global standards, and emerging digital asset regulations.
• Enterprise Deployment Options for banks, universities, accelerators, and government innovation programs.

Driving Global Workforce Transformation
As digital payments accelerate worldwide, the demand for skilled professionals continues to outpace supply. SmartCard’s AI Masterclass Platform addresses this gap by offering scalable, multilingual, and continuously updated learning tracks that support workforce development across emerging markets and established financial hubs.

“We built this platform to empower the next generation of PayTech innovators,” added Barone. “Whether you're a bank modernizing your infrastructure, a fintech scaling globally, or a regulator shaping policy, this platform delivers the knowledge foundation required to lead.”

Availability
The AI Masterclass Platform is becoming readily available for enterprise licensing, academic partnerships, and government innovation initiatives. Organizations can request demonstrations and integration consultations through SmartCard’s global solutions team.

About SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. (OTC:SMKG) is a boutique technology company, providing Digital Transformation, Business Intelligence and Commerce Strategies with a proprietary portfolio of applications for Banking4.0, Web3.0 and Digital Payments4.0.

With an established financial network and FX infrastructure, SmartCard empowers its partners to expand globally, offering secure, compliant, and connected digital ecosystems for financial growth.

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For additional enquiries & Enterprise Program connect with:

CEO, Massimo Barone
mbarone@smartcardmarketingsystems.com

SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc.

Dharmesh Vora

President Enterprise Solutions

SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc.

dvora@smartcardmarketingsystems.com

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