Bitcoin News Today: Capital B Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 2,201 BTC Amid Institutional Surge

Capital B, a French publicly listed company, has acquired 126 Bitcoin for approximately €12.4 million, increasing its total holdings to 2,201 BTC [1]. This transaction, executed through institutional-grade execution and custody partners Banque Delubac & Cie and Taurus, reflects a strategic, long-term approach to accumulating Bitcoin as a primary asset [2]. The funding was enabled by a fully subscribed equity increase, with contributions from Peak Hodl Ltd and TOBAM Alpha Fund adding 80 and 46 BTC respectively [3]. The company aims to hold approximately 1% of the total Bitcoin supply by 2033, solidifying its position as a leading institutional player in the Bitcoin market [4].

Capital B’s Bitcoin holdings are now valued at approximately $233.6 million, showcasing a year-to-date yield of 1,519.5% and highlighting the effectiveness of its treasury strategy [5]. The company, previously known as The Blockchain Group, rebranded to position itself as Europe’s first publicly traded digital asset treasury company [6]. The acquisition underscores the growing confidence in Bitcoin among institutional investors and may influence broader market dynamics, potentially encouraging other firms to adopt similar strategies [7].

The move has coincided with a positive market response. On August 12, Bitcoin reached $121,297, reflecting a 2.61% increase in the previous 24 hours [8]. Institutional interest in Bitcoin has been further bolstered by other major purchases, such as Smarter Web’s £26 million investment, contributing to a broader bullish sentiment [9]. Analysts note that Bitcoin is increasingly being viewed as a store of value, akin to "digital gold," as institutional adoption continues to accelerate [10].

Capital B’s strategy aligns with a broader trend of institutional investment in digital assets. For instance, Metaplanet has Bitcoin holdings valued at $1.85 billion as of July 2025, following a $61 million purchase [11]. Similarly, Nakamoto has planned a $760 million Bitcoin purchase post-merger, illustrating the scale of institutional interest [12]. With growing institutional confidence, the market is shifting from speculative trading toward long-term investment. If firms like Capital B continue to accumulate Bitcoin at a steady pace, analysts suggest the price could approach $140,000 by the end of 2025 [13].

Source:

[1] https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-capital-boosts-bitcoin-holdings-5-9-institutional-adoption-trend-2508/

[2] https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-currency-news/capital-b-bitcoin-acquisition-sparks-dollarm-btc-buy?srsltid=AfmBOopsRVvUqXUDdAVO0kC4AQecLog4LP5K9oeS7CAxBqSjuPxPkmOa

[4] https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/689b72eee12f3a28874799d9/

[9] https://coincentral.com/londons-smarter-web-adds-26m-in-bitcoin-as-ytd-yield-surges-by-55000/

[10] https://americanbazaaronline.com/2025/08/11/is-2025-cryptocurrency-revolutions-tipping-point-fringe-to-mainstream-466044/

[11] https://uk.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-holdings-at-metaplanet-hit-185b-after-61m-purchase-4215452

[12] https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-soars-above-120k-as-nakamoto-prepares-760-million-btc-buy-post-merger

[13] https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-currency-news/capital-b-bitcoin-acquisition-sparks-dollarm-btc-buy?srsltid=AfmBOopsRVvUqXUDdAVO0kC4AQecLog4LP5K9oeS77CAxBqSjuPxPkmOa