Metaplanet Tops $2B in Bitcoin Holdings After 103 BTC Buy
Tokyo-listed hotel group Metaplanet has boosted its Bitcoin reserves by 103 BTC (≈$11.8 M), bringing Metaplanet Bitcoin holdings to 18,991 BTC valued at over $2.14 B. Metaplanet Bitcoin now ranks seventh among public companies worldwide. Since launching its Treasury Operations last year, the company has funded purchases via share and bond offerings, adopting a ‘buy the dip’ approach at an average entry of $111,484 per BTC. Following a FTSE Russell upgrade to mid-cap status in the FTSE Japan Index, Metaplanet’s shares rose over 8% on the news. The firm plans to continue its long-term Bitcoin strategy, bridging traditional finance and digital assets. Separately, Bitcoin Hyper (HYPER) is advancing as a Layer-2 solution that integrates Solana VM to deliver smart contracts, faster transactions, and low fees on Bitcoin. Its presale has raised over $12 M at $0.0128 per token, offering 91% staking rewards and targeting $0.32 by end-2025.
Bullish
Metaplanet’s aggressive Bitcoin accumulation underscores growing corporate and institutional adoption. By raising capital through equity and bond issues to purchase Bitcoin at dips, the company reinforces confidence in BTC’s long-term value. Historical precedents, such as MicroStrategy’s buy-and-hold strategy, have often preceded price rallies and increased market participation. The FTSE Japan mid-cap inclusion is likely to attract traditional investors, further enhancing Bitcoin demand. Meanwhile, innovation from Layer-2 projects like Bitcoin Hyper adds technical optimism, supporting both short-term trading and long-term bullish sentiment.