Bitcoin News Today: Institutional Investors Validate Bitcoin's Role in Corporate Treasuries via DDC Backing

DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSE: DDC) has secured $124 million in equity financing led by PAG Pegasus Fund, with participation from Mulana Investment Management and OKG Financial ServicesDDC Enterprise secures $124M equity funding-bitcoin treasury 2025^[1]. The funding round, priced at $10 per Class A share, reflects a 16% premium to the company's October 7, 2025 closing share priceDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG^[2]. The investment is subject to a 180-day lock-up period, with DDC's founder, Norma Chu, personally committing $3 millionDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG^[2]. The capital will accelerate the company's Bitcoin treasury strategy, aiming to acquire 10,000 Bitcoin by 2025DDC Enterprise secures $124M equity funding-bitcoin treasury 2025^[1].

As of August 2025, DDC has already accumulated 1,008 Bitcoin, representing a 1,798% yield since its first purchase in May 2025DDC Enterprise Reports Record Earnings for First Half 2025^[3]. The company's Bitcoin treasury strategy is supported by a $528 million financing pipeline, including a $26 million strategic private investment in public equity (PIPE) and a $250 million convertible note facilityDDC Enterprise Reports Record Earnings for First Half 2025^[3]. The firm's financial performance also highlights its operational strength, with a 33.4% gross margin and $5.2 million net income in the first half of 2025DDC Enterprise Reports Record Earnings for First Half 2025^[3].

DDC's management emphasized the strategic significance of the funding. Norma Chu stated the investment "contributes not only capital but also substantial strategic value," positioning DDC as a global leader in institutional Bitcoin treasury managementDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG^[2]. PAG Pegasus Fund's Jack Li noted the company's "deep understanding of market needs" and potential to expand beyond its core businessDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG^[2]. Mulana's Gillian Wu praised DDC's institutional-grade blueprint for integrating Bitcoin into a public company frameworkDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG^[2].

The funding round aligns with broader market trends in Bitcoin adoption. DDC's Bitcoin treasury now accounts for approximately 138 BTC in digital assets, with unrealized gains of $3.8 million recorded in the first half of 2025DDC Enterprise Reports Record Earnings for First Half 2025^[3]. The company has also filed a $500 million universal shelf registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to further support its capital-raising effortsDDC Enterprise Reports Record Earnings for First Half 2025^[3].

Analysts highlight the institutional validation of corporate Bitcoin strategies as a key driver. DDC's disciplined approach to Bitcoin accumulation, combined with its profitable core Asian food business, differentiates it in the emerging categoryDDC Enterprise Reports Record Earnings for First Half 2025^[3]. While the company's Bitcoin goals remain ambitious, forward-looking statements are subject to market risks, including regulatory changes and volatility in digital asset pricesDDC Enterprise Raises $124 Million with Participation from PAG^[2].