BitMine Immersion Technologies significantly increased its Ethereum reserves, reaching a record figure that is changing corporate strategies in cryptocurrency.
Rapid Growth in Treasury Strategy
On August 24, BitMine Immersion Technologies confirmed that it now controls 1,713,899 ETH valued at $7.94 billion. Additionally, the company holds $562 million in cash and 192 Bitcoin, increasing its total reserves to $8.82 billion. This growth illustrates how BitMine is transforming organizations' approaches to treasury strategies in cryptocurrencies.
Ethereum as a Macro Bet
BitMine views Ethereum as one of the largest macro trades over the next 10-15 years. According to Chairman Thomas Lee, the high assets in the crypto market alongside Ethereum's rising prices make the company attractive to investors. Over the past week, BitMine increased its crypto and cash holdings by $2.2 billion.
Market and Future of BitMine
BitMine's stock surged after the increase in reserves, closing Friday at $53.49, rising 12.07% in a single session. The company has also become one of the most liquid equities in the U.S. with an average daily trading volume of $2.8 billion. While Ethereum trades at $4,662.35, the company demonstrates stable positions among competitors like MicroStrategy.
This asset growth reflects Wall Street's increasing interest in blockchain and cryptocurrencies, reaffirming confidence in the future of Ethereum and other digital assets.