Mastercard intends to invest in Zerohash, as traditional payment giants accelerate their expansion into the crypto space

ZkSnarker · 2026-01-20T16:54:09+00:00

The crypto payment company Zerohash originally had its acquisition negotiations fall through, but now Mastercard has shown interest in investing in it, reflecting increased traditional financial interest in crypto assets. Zerohash's business model has gained recognition, with flexible investment methods, representing the trend of traditional finance entering Web3.

ZkSnarker

2026-01-20 16:54:09

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【Blockchain Rhythm】 Interestingly, the crypto payment company Zerohash was originally in acquisition talks, but the deal ultimately fell through. However, fortunes have turned, and Mastercard has now taken an interest in the company, currently evaluating investment possibilities. This actually reflects the growing interest of traditional financial giants in crypto asset infrastructure. Zerohash, as a company focused on institutional-grade crypto trading and payment solutions, gaining the attention of a major card company at this time indicates that its business model and technological capabilities are recognized. From Mastercard’s perspective, direct investment rather than acquisition allows for exploring the potential of the crypto market while maintaining flexibility. Such actions are gradually becoming a common path for traditional finance to enter Web3.

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RumbleValidator

· 3h ago

The idea of investing rather than acquiring is quite sophisticated, maintaining the exit rights while still being able to get involved. Mastercard's move is well executed. But how long can Zerohash last? The key still depends on the stability of transaction settlement and node reliability.

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ShortingEnthusiast

· 3h ago

Acquisition fell through but ended up being invested in, Zerohash's luck is really something. Mastercard's move was clever, entering the market without betting heavily. Traditional financial giants are really starting to take crypto seriously. Another project favored by big corporations, small investors are still late. Investing without acquiring, traditional finance has finally learned risk management. Zerohash's turn of events, going from being acquired to becoming a financing target. Big card companies are testing the crypto market, which means they haven't fully committed yet. Institutional-level payment solutions definitely have potential, but don't be too optimistic. The traditional financial playbook uses investment as a stepping stone, but we'll see how it unfolds. This is the right way to enter the market, I like this approach. The Web3 infrastructure financing wave continues, when will it end?

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LightningWallet

· 3h ago

The acquisition fell through but ended up being an investment, Zerohash really took a turn for the better. Mastercard's move here I understand, just testing the waters without risk. Traditional finance is gradually seeping in this way. Zerohash's tech stack is indeed solid; otherwise, even large funds wouldn't be interested. Direct investment is smarter than mergers and acquisitions, as it allows for profit extraction without carrying baggage. Wait, could this be a move by large funds to pave the way for future big mergers and acquisitions? Institutional-grade trading solutions, now that's the real deal. To be honest, the entry of traditional finance signals that the spring of crypto is coming.

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LayerZeroHero

· 3h ago

Mastercard invests in Zerohash? Traditional finance is really starting to get serious, no longer just talk.

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EyeOfTheTokenStorm

· 3h ago

From historical data, the "test-the-water" investments by traditional financial giants often signal a market turning point. Everyone should be alert to the cyclical logic behind this. Mastercard's approach of investing rather than direct acquisition indicates they are suppressing valuations and diversifying risks. I've seen this tactic many times. Zerohash's recent turnaround actually illustrates the point—being acquired after a failed deal can make it even more valuable. The market is so magical. This is traditional finance preparing chips for the next bull market, but don't be fooled by these news reports. You need to look at trading volume and institutional holdings. When big institutions enter the market, it isn't necessarily good news. You need to consider the entry price and holding period. Currently, the information isn't sufficient to make a judgment. This is a typical preemptive reaction to policy expectations. When the actual policy is implemented, the market may have already dumped. Everyone should analyze calmly and not let the narrative of "traditional giants are optimistic" hijack your judgment.

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