Bitcoin News Today: Japan's Metaplanet Bets Big: 19K Bitcoin to Reshape Corporate Finance

Metaplanet, a Japan-based investment firm, is raising $881 million through an international stock issuance to expand its Bitcoin holdings and establish a Bitcoin-focused income generation model. The capital raise, announced in August 2025, will be used to acquire approximately 18,991 BTC, valued at $1.19 billion at an average price of $102,712 per coin. The firm plans to amend its Articles of Incorporation to increase authorized shares for the fundraising, with a shareholder vote scheduled for September 1, 2025. Should the amendment fail, the company will still proceed with the stock issuance within existing share limits [1].

The move reflects a broader trend of public companies reclassifying their balance sheets to include Bitcoin as a strategic asset, particularly in an environment of prolonged negative interest rates and a depreciating yen. Metaplanet has shifted its treasury strategy to prioritize Bitcoin over traditional fiat reserves since May 2024. The firm’s current Bitcoin holdings are valued at JPY 314.6 billion ($2.89 billion), and the newly acquired coins will further strengthen its balance sheet and increase the yield per share [1].

To generate income from its Bitcoin holdings, Metaplanet is leveraging derivatives markets, specifically through the sale of put options. This strategy has already generated ¥1.9 billion in revenue for the firm in the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, and the company plans to scale this effort using ¥6.5 billion from the upcoming capital raise. Unlike traditional fiat reserves, Bitcoin does not yield interest, but the use of derivatives allows Metaplanet to create income from its holdings, positioning it as an active institution in crypto-based income generation [1].

The company’s aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy mirrors similar moves by other institutional players. For example, Michael Saylor’s Strategy has reported a token yield of 25.4% year-to-date and recently added 3,081 BTC for $356.9 million. This accumulation continues despite Bitcoin’s recent market downturn. Analysts note that companies like Strategy, Metaplanet, and MARA Holdings are reshaping the corporate finance landscape by treating Bitcoin as a productive, risk-managed asset [4].

The broader market for corporate Bitcoin treasuries has grown significantly in 2025, with public companies collectively holding 951,000 BTC, valued at over $100 billion. Bitcoin treasury allocations now account for 4.77% of the total supply. Metaplanet’s $881 million raise is expected to elevate its position in the rankings, potentially surpassing firms like Bullish and Riot Platforms [4]. This trend is supported by bullish forecasts from prominent figures like Eric Trump, who predicted Bitcoin could reach $175,000 by the end of 2025 and potentially exceed $1 million in the long term [1].

As corporate adoption of Bitcoin accelerates, the asset is increasingly viewed as both a hedge against inflation and a strategic reserve asset. The shift is evident in the growing number of firms deploying sophisticated capital strategies, including equity offerings and treasury vehicles, to allocate capital into digital assets. With Metaplanet’s latest move, the trend of institutional Bitcoin accumulation shows no sign of slowing. [1][4]

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[1] MetaPlanet Launches $881M International Stock Issuance For BTC Purchases (https://coingape.com/just-in-metaplanet-launches-881m-international-stock-issuance-for-btc-purchases/)

[2] Trump Family Crypto Empire Expands With Crypto Partnership (https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/trump-family-crypto-empire-expands-crypto-partnership-124990306)

[3] Bitcoin Shatters $124,000 Record As $15 Billion Digital Treasury Wave Transforms Corporate America (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bitcoin-shatters-124-000-record-as-15-billion-digital-treasury-wave-transforms-corporate-america-302539145.html)

[4] Bitcoin Is On Top, Ethereum Has Some Catching Up To Do (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bitcoin-top-ethereum-catching-crypto-104614590.html)