Bitcoin News Today: DDC's $124M Raise Cements Bitcoin's Role in Institutional Treasury Strategies

DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSEAMERICAN: DDC) has completed a $124 million equity financing round, marking a significant milestone in its Bitcoin treasury strategy. The round, led by PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG Financial Services Limited, and Mulana Investment Management, includes a $10.00 per Class A share issuance priced at a 16% premium to the company's October 7, 2025 closing share price. Founder and CEO Norma Chu personally invested $3 million, underscoring her alignment with shareholders and confidence in the firm's strategic direction. All participating investors, including Chu's contribution, are subject to a 180-day lock-up period, reinforcing long-term commitment to DDC's visionDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Mulana^[1].

The financing will directly fund DDC's Bitcoin accumulation strategy, which has already secured 1,058 BTC and aims to reach 10,000 BTC by year-end 2025. The company's management emphasized that the round not only provides capital but also strategic momentum as DDC positions itself as a global leader in institutional Bitcoin treasury management. "This financing round marks an important step in a broader set of planned financing designed to support our long-term strategy," Chu stated, highlighting the consortium's endorsement of public Bitcoin treasuriesDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Mulana^[1].

Key participants in the round include PAG Pegasus Fund, a hybrid investment vehicle targeting market disruptions, and Mulana Investment Management, a Hong Kong-based fintech firm focused on blockchain opportunities. OKG Financial Services, a subsidiary of OKG Technology Holdings Limited, also joined the round. These investors' involvement signals institutional validation of DDC's disciplined approach to Bitcoin treasury integration, which combines rigorous execution with strategic innovationDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Mulana^[1].

The financing structure reflects a strategic alignment with DDC's operational framework. The issuance price of $10.00 per share is benchmarked to recent trading averages, ensuring fair value for both the company and investors. The lock-up period for all capital, including Chu's investment, further mitigates short-term market volatility and aligns investor interests with DDC's long-term growth objectives. Maxim Group LLC served as the exclusive financial advisor for the transactionDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Mulana^[1].

DDC's Bitcoin treasury strategy is part of a broader initiative to integrate digital assets into corporate financial architecture. While the company maintains its core operations as a global Asian food platform, it has prioritized Bitcoin as a core reserve asset. This dual focus balances traditional business growth with exposure to digital finance, a model that has attracted both institutional and retail investor attention. With the newly raised capital, DDC aims to accelerate its accumulation pace, leveraging strategic partnerships to enhance trading efficiency and secure custody solutionsDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Mulana^[1].

The press release included forward-looking statements, such as the goal of 10,000 BTC by 2025, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. However, the company's management and investors expressed confidence in Bitcoin's role as a store of value and hedge against macroeconomic volatility. PAG Pegasus Fund's Jack Li noted DDC's potential to expand beyond its core business, while Mulana's Gillian Wu praised the firm's institutional-grade blueprint for Bitcoin treasury managementDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Mulana^[1].