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Mastercard's BVNK Deal Signals Stablecoins Are Becoming Core Payment Infrastructure
Mar 21, 2026 ·11 min read
Mastercard's acquisition of BVNK marks a shift in how stablecoins are used, moving from niche crypto applications to core payment infrastructure for business settlement, treasury efficiency, and cross-border payments.