Metaplanet

Metaplanet, Japan's largest corporate bitcoin holder, has initiated a joint study with JPYC, Progmat, and Siiibo Securities to develop tokenized credit products backed by bitcoin. The project aims to enable 24/7 trading and settlement of interest-bearing instruments, addressing gaps in Japan's debt market for mid-sized and growth companies.

Metaplanet is studying Bitcoin-backed digital credit products in Japan with JPYC and Progmat. No product has been launched yet.

Metaplanet is exploring the introduction of bitcoin-backed digital credit in Japan. The initiative aims to leverage Bitcoin as collateral for digital credit offerings.

Metaplanet added 2,823 Bitcoin in Q2, bringing its total holdings to 43,000 BTC. The company's Bitcoin stack is now below its cost basis, and it has used debt instead of equity to continue purchasing.

Metaplanet, a Tokyo-listed firm, added 2,823 Bitcoin in Q2 2026, reaching 43,000 BTC and becoming the world’s third-largest corporate Bitcoin holder. The purchase valued at $170.7 million boosted its Bitcoin holdings to $2.6 billion, with shares rising 3.5% following the announcement.

Metaplanet added 2,823 bitcoin to its holdings in Q2, increasing the total to 43,000 BTC. The company spent $222 million on the purchase, averaging $78,608 per bitcoin.

Metaplanet purchased an additional $170 million worth of bitcoin, increasing its treasury holdings to 43,000 BTC.

Metaplanet purchased 2,823 Bitcoin during the second quarter, lowering its average acquisition cost to $106,500 per BTC. The company reported $10.9 million in revenue from its income generation strategy.

Public companies hold Bitcoin as a scarce, dollar-denominated reserve asset to diversify treasury holdings, combat inflation, attract investors, and gain exposure to the digital asset economy. The strategy was pioneered by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and later adopted by Tesla, Block, and Metaplanet.

Metaplanet has acquired Siiibo Securities to advance its plans for a bitcoin financial ecosystem. The acquisition aims to accelerate development in the bitcoin financial sector.

Metaplanet is acquiring Siiibo Securities for $13 million to develop bitcoin-linked yield products. The deal is expected to close in July, and the company plans to rename the business Metaplanet Securities.

Metaplanet posted a $725 million loss and delayed its preferred share offerings. The company's CEO, Simon Gerovich, acknowledged the delay in issuing preferred shares unveiled in November. The loss and delay may impact investor confidence.

Metaplanet has delayed its preferred share listing due to challenges in the Japanese market structure. The company's decision is likely a result of unfavorable conditions. This delay may impact Metaplanet's future plans.

Metaplanet's Q1 operating income increased due to Bitcoin options revenue, but the company suffered a $728 million loss as declining BTC prices led to valuation markdowns. The strong operating income was offset by significant losses from Bitcoin price declines. Metaplanet's bottom line was negatively impacted by these losses.

Metaplanet posted a $725.6 million net loss in Q1 due to bitcoin valuation markdowns, despite a 283% increase in operating profit. The loss was driven by mark-to-market valuation markdowns. Metaplanet's operating gains were outweighed by the significant losses from bitcoin markdowns.

Bitcoin industry leaders at The Bitcoin 2026 Conference emphasized collaboration among competitors as a key driver of institutional adoption. They highlighted structural challenges, such as institutional barriers limiting Bitcoin access, and stressed the need for infrastructure development like custody solutions and regulatory clarity to enable hyperbitcoinization.

Metaplanet has issued ¥8 billion in bonds to expand its Bitcoin holdings, signaling increased confidence in cryptocurrency investments.

JPX Market Innovation & Research (JPXI) is considering excluding companies with cryptoassets as principal assets from TOPIX indices, but the proposal faces criticism for deviating from TOPIX's objective benchmark methodology. The article outlines seven reasons to reconsider, including concerns about definition clarity, potential workarounds, and misalignment with historical eligibility criteria.

Metaplanet issued ¥8 billion ($50 million) in zero-interest bonds to expand its Bitcoin holdings, aiming to reach 100,000 BTC by 2026 and 210,000 BTC by 2027. The company, Japan's largest corporate Bitcoin holder, plans to use proceeds for additional purchases, with current holdings valued at $3.1 billion.

Metaplanet secured $50 million through zero-interest bonds issued by EVO FUND to expand its Bitcoin treasury, continuing its strategy of accumulating Bitcoin via capital markets.

Metaplanet has issued a $50 million zero-interest bond to fund its Bitcoin accumulation strategy. The move highlights the company's commitment to leveraging cryptocurrency as a core financial asset.

Metaplanet, a Bitcoin holder, has raised $50 million to purchase additional Bitcoin. The company aims to increase its BTC holdings through this funding.

Metaplanet issued $50 million in zero-interest bonds to purchase additional bitcoin. In Q1 2023, the company acquired 5,075 BTC, increasing its total holdings to 40,177 BTC by March 31.

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