Mastercard has agreed to acquire BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, as it moves deeper into digital asset payments and blockchain-based settlement.

The deal aims to strengthen interoperability between traditional payment rails and stablecoin systems, enabling use cases such as cross-border transfers, B2B payments, and real-time settlements.

BVNK’s infrastructure supports businesses in sending and receiving payments across blockchain networks in over 130 countries, positioning Mastercard to expand its role in the fast-growing stablecoin economy.

The acquisition comes amid rising adoption of stablecoins, with transaction volumes reaching around $350 billion in 2025, and follows broader industry investment in digital payment infrastructure.