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.
ARK Invest bought $15.6 million worth of BitMine shares, raising its total investment in the company to over $300 million. BitMine is building a large Ethereum treasury, now holding 1.71 million ETH worth nearly $8 billion.
Fundstrat’s Tom Lee said Ethereum may have reached its lowest point “within hours” as the crypto market began to recover. He highlighted that ETH’s current setup offers a strong risk-to-reward scenario, with a potential rebound to $5,100–$5,450 if the trend holds.
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.
Kanye West, now known as Ye, launched a Solana-based YZY token, sparking a market surge to a $3 billion valuation within 40 minutes. Most of the supply is controlled by insiders, raising concerns about long-term stability despite high trading activity.
DBS has launched its first tokenised structured notes on Ethereum, breaking $100,000 investments into $1,000 units for easier trading. The notes, initially linked to cryptocurrencies, are available to accredited and institutional investors through local digital platforms.
Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao met Malaysia’s Prime Minister to talk about the country’s plans for blockchain and digital assets. They discussed working with local agencies to support safe innovation and boost Malaysia’s role in the digital economy.
President Trump’s Solana-based meme coin jumped past $16 Wednesday—its highest since early March—after announcing a private dinner and VIP tour for the top 220 holders. Supporters are energised, but critics see it as a hype tactic. The question now: is this rally sustainable or just another fleeting crypto spike?
Donald Trump blasted the proposed 40 percent millionaire tax, warning it would push wealthy Americans to leave the country. His criticism has put pressure on GOP lawmakers, clouding the plan’s chances as they reconvene to shape the final bill.
Russia plans to launch a state-backed crypto exchange for “super-qualified” investors, aiming to legitimise digital assets and offset sanctions. Despite financial sector concerns, officials are targeting a year-end launch—signalling crypto’s rising role in Russia’s strategy.
BMW will integrate AI from Chinese startup DeepSeek into its new vehicle models in China later this year. CEO Oliver Zipse emphasized China’s key role in AI advancements and BMW’s commitment to strengthening AI partnerships.
Hackers have used phishing attacks to access Japanese brokerage accounts, inflating penny stock prices globally, causing over $710 million in fraudulent transactions. Despite measures by brokers, the number of unauthorised trades and reports of fraud has surged dramatically, leaving many investors facing financial losses.
Crypto investor and advocate Scott Melker, widely recognised as 'The Wolf of All Streets,' has issued a warning about scammers impersonating him online.
A 16‑year‑old Malaysian student was held in custody two days past his legal remand before being charged with creating and selling AI‑generated nude images of classmates. He now faces obscenity and network‑misuse charges, is out on bail, and the scandal has already prompted his school principal to resign.
This second SEC roundtable brings regulators, legal experts, and crypto leaders together to address custody compliance—a key regulatory challenge. Many argue existing rules don’t reflect digital asset realities. Will the session bring clarity or more confusion?
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has praised Bitcoin as a global currency beyond government control. He called it a smart and important step towards changing how the world handles money.