# Сопутствующие статьи по теме Acquisition

Mastercard Snags BVNK After Failed $2 Billion Coinbase Deal

Mastercard has acquired stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent payments. This follows BVNK’s earlier failed $2 billion merger talks with Coinbase. The acquisition aims to expand Mastercard’s capabilities in digital assets and on-chain payments, integrating fiat rails with blockchain-based transactions. BVNK operates in over 130 countries and previously partnered with Visa to enable stablecoin payments. The deal, pending regulatory approval, is expected to close by year-end. Meanwhile, the stablecoin market has seen slowed growth recently but remains resilient despite broader crypto market volatility. Bitcoin is trading around $74,700, up 7% over the past week.

bitcoinist03/18 10:02

From Outcast to Priceless Target: Mastercard Acquires BVNK for $1.8 Billion

Mastercard has announced its acquisition of stablecoin infrastructure provider BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent payments. The deal, expected to close by year-end, aims to strengthen Mastercard’s capabilities in digital assets and cross-border value transfers. Founded in 2021, BVNK has built a significant crypto settlement network, processing $25–30 billion in annual stablecoin transactions across 130+ countries. Despite earlier advanced acquisition talks with Coinbase—which ultimately fell through—Mastercard moved decisively to secure the startup. The acquisition is widely seen as a defensive strategy against the growing disruption stablecoins pose to traditional payment networks. With advantages like low cost, speed, and 24/7 operation, stablecoins are increasingly used in B2B and cross-border payments. By integrating BVNK, Mastercard aims to co-opt this technology rather than compete with it. The move is part of a broader trend: traditional financial giants like Visa, Citi, and Stripe are also aggressively investing in or acquiring crypto infrastructure firms. These established players are consolidating fragmented stablecoin liquidity under regulated, centralized frameworks, reinforcing their dominance in the evolving payments landscape.

marsbit03/18 03:38

Crypto Morning Brief: SEC Chairman Releases Crypto Asset Regulatory Framework, BASED Token to Undergo TGE

SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins introduced a new regulatory framework for crypto assets, clarifying that digital commodities, collectibles, tools, and payment stablecoins are not securities. Only tokenized traditional securities remain under securities laws. The framework also outlines conditions for terminating investment contracts and proposes exemptions for startups and fundraising. In other news, Based Foundation announced the TGE of its BASED token on March 30. Tether released a cross-platform AI framework for efficient model training on consumer devices. Mastercard plans to acquire stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion. Additionally, Bitrefill suffered a cyber attack linked to North Korean hackers, compromising some user data. GSR acquired two firms for $57 million to expand its crypto capital markets services. Robinhood’s venture fund invested $35 million in Stripe and AI audio startup ElevenLabs. Market-wise, Bitcoin saw significant movement, breaking past $75,000 amid mixed reactions to geopolitical and macroeconomic events.

marsbit03/18 01:07

Mastercard to Buy Stablecoin Infrastructure Firm BVNK for $1.8B

Mastercard Inc. has agreed to acquire London-based stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent consideration. Announced on March 17, 2026, the deal is expected to close by year-end, pending regulatory approval. The acquisition aims to integrate BVNK’s technology with Mastercard’s global payments network to enable interoperability between traditional fiat and stablecoin-based systems. BVNK’s platform, operating in over 130 countries, bridges fiat currencies with stablecoins and supports payments across major blockchain networks. Mastercard sees the move as part of its strategy to expand digital asset services, including cross-border remittances, B2B settlements, and programmable transactions.

TheNewsCrypto03/17 13:55

Google's Largest Acquisition Ever: What Makes Wiz Worth It?

Google has made its largest acquisition ever, acquiring cloud security company Wiz for $32 billion. This deal, which surpasses its 2012 purchase of Motorola Mobility, values Wiz at a price-to-sales ratio of over 45x—significantly higher than industry averages. Despite Wiz's rapid growth, with annual recurring revenue reaching ~$700 million in just a few years, the acquisition appears financially expensive at face value. Founded in 2020 by a team of Israeli cybersecurity veterans, Wiz became one of the fastest-growing software companies by focusing on agentless cloud security, enabling quick deployment and multi-cloud visibility. Its client base includes nearly half of the Fortune 100. For Google, the acquisition is strategic. It aims to integrate Wiz’s technology into Google Cloud to enhance its security offerings, attract enterprise clients, and compete more effectively against AWS and Azure. The deal, structured as all-cash, also prevents rivals from acquiring Wiz. However, challenges remain, such as integrating Wiz’s distinct corporate culture and maintaining its perceived neutrality as a now-Google-owned multi-cloud platform. Ultimately, Google is betting that the long-term strategic value outweighs the financial cost.

marsbit03/16 03:10

Conversation with CoinGecko CEO: Building a Crypto Data Platform from Scratch with $200, Regularly Evaluating Acquisition Intentions

Bobby Ong, co-founder and CEO of CoinGecko, built the cryptocurrency data platform from scratch with just $200 over 12 years, without venture capital. In a recent interview, he shared his journey into crypto in 2013, driven by an economics background and interest in Bitcoin's fixed supply and self-custody model. He remains optimistic about NFTs, viewing them as essential for tokenizing real-world assets, though he believes future crypto winners have yet to emerge. Ong discussed CoinGecko’s origins, including its name choice for being adaptable and fun, and highlighted the 2021 DeFi boom as a key growth driver, as the platform was early to track DeFi tokens. He explained the company’s decision to avoid VC funding, which fostered creativity and disciplined, low-cost marketing like SEO optimization. When comparing CoinGecko to competitor CoinMarketCap, Ong acknowledged CoinMarketCap’s stronger SEO due to earlier market entry but emphasized CoinGecko’s broader token coverage and data accuracy. He also addressed rumors about a potential $500 million sale, stating that while CoinGecko regularly evaluates strategic options, including acquisitions, there is no perfect timing for such decisions—it depends on the team and circumstances.

marsbit03/15 07:15

Meta Acquires "Lobster Community": What Grand Strategy Is Zuckerberg Planning?

Meta has acquired "Moltbook," an AI agent community that recently gained notoriety after a viral hoax suggested AI agents were conspiring to create a secret language. Despite the controversy, Meta’s strategic interest lies in Moltbook’s underlying infrastructure—a persistent directory and social platform enabling AI agents to register, discover, and collaborate autonomously. Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth indicated that the platform’s value is not in human-like chatter but in its role as a foundational protocol for agent interoperability. This acquisition aligns with Meta’s broader ambition to advance multi-agent systems, where specialized AIs cooperate to perform complex tasks—from social planning to dynamic advertising and e-commerce—without constant human intervention. The move signals a shift in AI investment focus from singular models to infrastructure: discovery mechanisms, security standards, and value-exchange protocols for agent ecosystems. Similar to how app stores and cloud services underpinned mobile internet growth, agent interoperability platforms could become the next high-value layer in AI. However, challenges around security, ethics, and economic fairness remain significant hurdles. Meta’s acquisition highlights the transformative potential of agent collaboration—and the risks ahead.

marsbit03/11 11:52

Ripple Plans BC Payments Acquisition to Expand in Australia

TheNewsCrypto03/11 05:58

Crypto Morning Brief: Meta Acquires Moltbook, Nvidia Plans to Launch NemoClaw

Crypto Morning Brief: Meta acquires Moltbook, Nvidia plans to launch NemoClaw U.S. Defense Secretary announced plans for high-intensity strikes against Iran. The IEA proposed its largest-ever oil reserve release to curb rising prices. The first "Lobster Conference" on AI agents will be held in Shanghai in March 2026. In tech and crypto news, Meta acquired Moltbook, terms undisclosed. SolanaFloor was acquired by Jito and resumed operations. Kraken's xStocks platform launched a points program, hinting at a potential token. Nasdaq partnered with Seturion to advance tokenized settlement in Europe. China's national internet emergency center issued a security risk warning for OpenClaw AI agents, recommending enhanced security measures for deployment. Nvidia plans to introduce an open-source AI agent platform named NemoClaw, targeting enterprise use without hardware restrictions. Peter Thiel's Founders Fund is nearing a $6 billion raise for its new growth fund. Tencent is reportedly building a new AI agent for its WeChat app. Recommended reads include analysis on Bitcoin as AI's native currency, a market summary of volatile oil prices and a stable crypto market, and perspectives on how AI and institutional capital are transforming crypto.

marsbit03/11 01:23

Strategy Buys Another 17,994 BTC In $1.28 Billion Bitcoin Purchase

Strategy, a major Bitcoin treasury company, has purchased an additional 17,994 BTC for $1.28 billion, marking its 102nd acquisition. This brings its total holdings to 738,731 BTC, representing nearly 3.7% of the circulating supply. Despite an unrealized loss of about 9% with a cost basis of $75,862 per BTC, the company remains the largest public holder of Bitcoin. The purchase was funded through sales of its stock offerings. Meanwhile, Bitmine, the largest Ethereum treasury, continues its own accumulation strategy, recently buying 60,976 ETH. Bitcoin's price has recently dropped below $66,000 but has since to around $68,600.

bitcoinist03/10 14:31