Metaplanet Raises $880 Million Via Share Offering For Fresh BTC Purchases
Metaplanet, a Japanese firm known for its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy, has announced plans to raise approximately $880 million through an overseas share issuance.

Metaplanet, a Japanese firm known for its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy, has announced plans to raise approximately $880 million through an overseas share issuance.
The UAE has built a Bitcoin reserve of around 6,300 BTC, worth up to $740 million, mainly through state-backed mining. This makes it one of the largest national holders, ranking just ahead of El Salvador.
A Philippine lawmaker has proposed that the central bank buy 2,000 bitcoins each year for five years, creating a national reserve of 10,000 coins. The plan aims to strengthen the country’s finances and provide a long-term store of value alongside traditional reserves like gold and foreign currency.
Japan plans to tax crypto profits at a flat 20% instead of rates as high as 55%. The regulator also aims to allow crypto ETFs and approve the country’s first yen-backed stablecoin.
Arthur Hayes, the BitMEX co-founder pardoned by Donald Trump, has invested in a stem cell firm with clinics in Mexico and Bangkok. He is also backing crypto treasury firms while warning that the market may already be overheating.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker has put forward a bill to stop politicians and their families from owning or trading crypto while in office. The plan follows claims that Donald Trump has used his role to profit from tokens like his own memecoin.
Bitcoin has retraced below $117,000 after reaching an all-time high last week, signaling a pause in upward momentum and growing caution among investors.
Dutch cryptocurrency company Amdax is preparing to launch one of Europe’s most ambitious Bitcoin strategies yet: creating a dedicated Bitcoin treasury firm, seeking a listing on Amsterdam’s Euronext, and ultimately aiming to acquire 1% of the total Bitcoin supply.
The SEC has delayed decisions on several crypto ETFs, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Litecoin, and Dogecoin, pushing most deadlines into October. Regulators are working on new listing standards that could allow faster approvals of altcoin ETFs once rules are finalised.
Taiwan’s WiseLink led a $10 million funding round for Nasdaq-listed Top Win International, helping the company buy Bitcoin and expand into digital assets. The deal makes WiseLink the first public Taiwanese firm to back a Bitcoin treasury strategy and aims to combine crypto holdings with cross-border business operations.
Wallets linked to the financially troubled crypto exchange, FTX, have recently conducted transfers amounting to approximately $156 million in various digital assets, such as Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL), as reported by blockchain analytics firm Nansen.
Kenyan government to introduce Digital Identification system, promising streamlined access to services and enhanced commerce.
Microsoft and Siemens unveil a generative AI assistant tailored to meet the specific needs of professionals across sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and infrastructure.
The donation was large enough for FTX to be considered a diamond sponsor.
It will implement MiCA in December 2025, six months ahead of the deadline.
Solana, the second blockchain to be supported by Blockchain Node Runner after Ethereum, is now accessible for enterprises looking to leverage its potential. This development simplifies the process, making Solana more accessible for a wider range of applications.
Tron is emerging as the preferred blockchain for stablecoin transactions, particularly in emerging markets like Argentina, Nigeria, and Pakistan. Factors such as low fees, quick transactions, and multiple integrations contribute to its rising popularity over rivals like Ethereum.
Luno was found to have been negligent in holding the plaintiff's funds.
Coalition of tech giants and organisations unite to tackle AI-generated abusive content, emphasising the need for vigilance and collaborative efforts in ensuring online child safety.
Telegram chatbot Unibot is grappling with the loss of approximately $640,000 worth of digital assets following an exploitation of a newly deployed contract by a hacker.