The Japanese company Metaplanet Inc. has made significant strides in increasing its Bitcoin reserves, surpassing Tesla and becoming the seventh-largest holder of Bitcoin.
Update on Bitcoin Holdings
According to a press release on June 26, Metaplanet acquired an additional 1,234 BTC for $132.7 million. This brings its total Bitcoin holdings to 12,345 BTC, valued at nearly $1.21 billion.
Strategy for Increasing Bitcoin Holdings
Earlier in June, the company announced its Accelerated 2025-2027 Bitcoin Plan, aiming to reach 210,000 BTC by 2027. This week, Metaplanet approved a capital injection of $5 billion for its US subsidiary, focusing on expansion in Florida.
Bitcoin Price Dynamics
The price of Bitcoin has jumped more than 1% in the past 24 hours, trading at $107,781. Meanwhile, trading volume increased by 10% during this period.
Metaplanet's ongoing strategy to increase its Bitcoin holdings may influence the market in the future, given its ambitious goals.