"This is really about getting the right tools to move after new addressable markets. Stablecoin rails powered by blockchain-based payment systems reduce fees and enable faster transactions compared to traditional payment networks. Mastercard's acquisition positions the payments giant to capitalize on these emerging opportunities while addressing market speculation about potential threats to its business model from digital tokens pegged to real-world assets."
"Mastercard announced a deal to acquire the London-based startup BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, with $300 million locked up in contingent payments. The deal is expected to close by year end. BVNK uses stablecoins to power customer transactions, cross-border payments, global treasuries, and other use cases, representing the largest stablecoin acquisition yet for the crypto industry."
Mastercard announced the acquisition of BVNK, a London-based stablecoin startup, for up to $1.8 billion with $300 million in contingent payments, expected to close by year end. BVNK uses stablecoins to facilitate customer transactions, cross-border payments, and global treasury operations. The deal concludes negotiations that involved multiple potential buyers, including Coinbase, which nearly acquired BVNK for approximately $2 billion before backing out in November. This acquisition surpasses Stripe's $1.1 billion purchase of Bridge in February 2025, making it the largest stablecoin acquisition to date. Mastercard's stock rose 2.5% in pre-market trading following the announcement. The company frames the acquisition as accessing new market opportunities through blockchain-based payment infrastructure.
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