Mastercard to Acquire Stablecoin Tech Firm BVNK for Up to $1.8 Billion
Mastercard acquires BVNK for stablecoin technology.
Mastercard has announced its acquisition of stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, a move aimed at enhancing its capabilities in digital asset transactions. This acquisition will allow Mastercard, which processes approximately $9.5 trillion in annual payments, to offer comprehensive support for stablecoins and facilitate conversions between digital assets and cash.
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The acquisition includes $300 million in contingent payments.
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BVNK was previously valued at $750 million during its Series B funding in 2024.
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Mastercard processes around $9.5 trillion in annual payments.
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