"Mastercard is reportedly considering a strategic investment in blockchain infrastructure firm Zerohash after the company rejected an outright acquisition, sources familiar with the matter told CoinDesk reporters. Late last year, Mastercard was reportedly in advanced talks to buy the infrastructure company for up to $2 billion. The company offers custody, settlement, and fiat on- and off-ramps, enabling fintechs and brokerages to offer digital assets without building the underlying infrastructure. Ultimately, Zerohash chose to remain independent."
"Such a stake would allow Mastercard to gain exposure to Zerohash's technology and client base without taking full control, aligning with a broader push by traditional finance into digital assets. Mastercard declined to comment. The move comes as crypto merger and acquisition activity ramps up. Industry insiders note that investors now favor established infrastructure companies over speculative tokens. Recent deals include CoinGecko exploring a $500 million sale and other fintech firms offering custody, staking, or instant market access."
Mastercard is considering a strategic minority investment in Zerohash after Zerohash rejected a full acquisition offer. Zerohash provides custody, settlement, and fiat on- and off-ramps that let fintechs and brokerages offer digital assets without building infrastructure. Zerohash remains independent to continue innovating and plans to scale commercial partnerships. A strategic stake would give Mastercard exposure to Zerohash’s technology and client base without full control, aligning with a broader traditional finance push into digital assets. Mergers and acquisitions in crypto are rising, investors favor established infrastructure firms, and Morgan Stanley already partnered with Zerohash following its $1 billion valuation.
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