Metaplanet raises $745m to expand Bitcoin holdings in bid for Asia’s largest crypto deal

The Japanese investment company Metaplanet has unveiled a strategic plan to acquire 21,000 BTC by 2026.

Metaplanet, a public investment company based in Tokyo, aims to become one of the largest corporate bitcoins (BTC) holders in the world. The company described in a January 28 press release Ambitious plans to acquire 21,000 bitcoin by 2026.

To achieve the goal, Metaplanet will issue 21 million shares to increase 116.65 billion yen (around $ 750 million), the largest equity increase in Bitcoin in Asia so far.

“Metaplanet Bitcoin 2025-2026 reflects our commitment to innovation and leadership in Bitcoin Treasury operations. As we execute this ambitious plan, we aim to offer long -term value to our shareholders by increasing our Bitcoin assets and maximizing BTC yield. »»

Metaplanet

Simon Gerovich, representative director of Metaplanet, said that this decision comes when the market “recognized Metaplanet as Bitcoin Bitcoin Company of Tokyo, and we enter this momentum to consolidate our position as a world leader.”

“Our vision is to direct the renaissance of Bitcoin in Japan and to become one of the greatest holders of Bitcoins of business in the world. This plan is our commitment to this future. »»

Simon Gerovich

In 2024, Metaplanet had a big year. He reached BTC record yield of 309.82% in Q4. At the end of the year, the company had 1,761 bitcoin, worth more than 27.7 billion yen (around 178 million dollars). Metaplanet’s market capitalization has also increased by 7,000% since the Bitcoin standard adopted, and the number of shareholders has increased to more than 50,000 people, according to the press release. According to Yahoo Finance, the company’s actions on pre-commercial increased by 3.1%.