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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 19, 2018
Filed:
Dec. 14, 2016
Mastercard International Incorporated, Purchase, NY (US);
Mastercard International Incorporated, Purchase, NY (US);
Abstract
Disclosed is a machine for redeeming an entitlement that includes an interface for receiving user data including payment vehicle data. In an embodiment, a payment vehicle reader reads payment vehicle data from a payment vehicle, and an input device receives an input of at least one additional identifier. The machine also includes a communication module in communication with a processor. The processor receives account data associated with the user, wherein the account data includes one or more entitlements representing an award. The interface is configured to receive a selection of at least one entitlement, and the machine also includes a cash dispensing device for dispensing cash when a selected entitlement is an amount of cash.