Bitcoin News Today: Japan's Metaplanet Rewires Bitcoin's Institutional Future

Metaplanet, a Japanese Bitcoin treasury company, has solidified its position as the sixth-largest publicly traded holder of Bitcoin following a $11.7 million purchase of 103 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 18,991 BTC [9]. The acquisition, made at an average price of $113,491 per bitcoin, adds to the company’s cumulative Bitcoin investment of $1.95 billion at an average cost of $102,712 per unit [9]. This move underscores Metaplanet’s strategic commitment to Bitcoin as a long-term reserve asset and aligns with broader global trends of institutional adoption.

The company’s latest purchase coincides with its recent inclusion in the FTSE Japan Index, as part of an upgrade from small-cap to mid-cap status in the index provider’s September 2025 review [1]. This reclassification is a significant milestone, enhancing Metaplanet’s visibility and accessibility to global investors. The upgrade follows strong performance in Q2, with the company outperforming the TOPIX Core 30 index by a wide margin—recording year-to-date gains of approximately 187% compared to 7.2% for the benchmark [1].

Metaplanet’s inclusion in the FTSE Japan Index is expected to funnel passive capital flows into the Bitcoin market, indirectly increasing demand for BTC and potentially supporting price stability [1]. The company is now automatically added to the FTSE All-World Index, which encompasses the largest publicly listed companies by market capitalization across geographic regions [1]. This broader inclusion could attract even more institutional attention, particularly from global investors seeking exposure to Bitcoin through traditional equity vehicles.

The Bitcoin treasury movement has gained momentum in recent months, with Metaplanet joining an expanding list of public companies and governments that hold Bitcoin as part of their reserve portfolios [4]. According to data from Bitbo.io, Metaplanet holds more BTC than major entities such as Coinbase, Tesla, and Hut 8, solidifying its status as Japan’s leading Bitcoin treasury company [1]. The firm’s ambitious target of accumulating 210,000 BTC by 2027—equivalent to 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply—reflects a long-term vision that aligns with the growing recognition of Bitcoin as a store of value.

Eric Trump, the son of the U.S. President, is set to join Metaplanet’s shareholder meeting on September 1, highlighting the continued expansion of the Trump family’s involvement in the crypto space [8]. Appointed as a strategic advisor in March, Trump’s presence underscores the firm’s global ambitions and the increasing interest from high-profile figures in institutional Bitcoin adoption. Metaplanet’s stock has surged nearly 800% over the past year, although it has recently corrected from its peak in June. The company plans to discuss new capital-raising initiatives at the shareholder meeting, further signaling its growth-oriented strategy [8].

Japan’s regulatory environment has also become more favorable for digital assets, with the Financial Services Agency approving the country’s first yen-denominated stablecoin in August [8]. The nation is emerging as a key player in the global cryptocurrency ecosystem, hosting major conferences and engaging policymakers in discussions on digital finance. With Metaplanet’s growing influence and the broader institutional adoption of Bitcoin, the Japanese market is well-positioned to contribute significantly to the ongoing evolution of Bitcoin as a reserve asset [1].

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