Bitcoin News Today: Metaplanet Adds 518 BTC for $61.4M, Total Holdings Reach $1.85B

Metaplanet Inc., a Tokyo-based company, has acquired an additional 518 Bitcoin for approximately $61.4 million, bringing its total holdings to 18,113 BTC, valued at around $1.85 billion. The purchase, disclosed on July 24, 2025, reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to a Bitcoin-centric treasury strategy. CEO Simon Gerovich has been instrumental in guiding this approach, emphasizing the company’s long-term confidence in Bitcoin as a strategic asset. The average purchase price per coin was $118,519, with the timing of the acquisition aligning with a period in which Bitcoin traded above $118,000 [3].

This move continues a trend of steady accumulation since July 2024, during which Metaplanet expanded its BTC reserves from under 200 coins to over 18,000. The company has executed multiple purchases over this period, reinforcing its position as one of the most active institutional buyers of Bitcoin in recent months [4]. The total value of its Bitcoin holdings now exceeds $1.85 billion, making it one of the largest non-mining entities holding such a significant amount of Bitcoin [6].

Industry observers note that Metaplanet’s acquisition strategy supports broader institutional adoption patterns. Bitcoin is increasingly viewed as a strategic reserve asset, and the company’s approach reflects this shift. The acquisition is seen as a signal of institutional confidence in Bitcoin’s role as a store of value and a hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty [7]. With continued purchases, Metaplanet is positioning itself for long-term gains, leveraging Bitcoin’s potential as a diversification tool within its treasury strategy.

The third-quarter Bitcoin yield for the company reached 26.5%, underscoring the effectiveness of its accumulation strategy [1]. The purchase also coincided with positive market sentiment, as Bitcoin maintained a price above $118,000 in the days following the acquisition. This timing appears to support a strategic, price-agnostic buying approach, consistent with long-term value retention [3].

The company’s focus remains solely on Bitcoin, with no indication of diversifying into altcoins such as Ethereum. Future updates are expected through Metaplanet’s official channels, which will be closely scrutinized by investors for insights into its broader financial strategy. The ongoing accumulation reflects a robust commitment to Bitcoin as a core asset, with any changes to the company’s approach likely to be keenly evaluated by the market [6].

Source:

[1] Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Reserves with $61M Purchase, CoinDesk, https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/08/12/metaplanet-boosts-bitcoin-reserves-with-usd61m-purchase

[2] Metaplanet, Smarter Web add almost $100M in Bitcoin to ..., Cointelegraph, https://cointelegraph.com/news/metaplanet-smarter-web-add-100m-bitcoin-treasuries

[3] Bitcoin Price Stays Above $118000 As Metaplanet, Smarter ..., Bitcoin Magazine, https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-stays-above-118000-as-metaplanet-smarter-web-company-buys-additional-bitcoin

[4] Metaplanet Acquires 518 BTC for $61.4 Million, Bitget, https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604909071

[5] Bitcoin News Today: Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to ..., AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-metaplanet-boosts-bitcoin-holdings-1-85-billion-institutional-trend-2508/

[6] Metaplanet buys 518 Bitcoin for $61 mln, total stash at ..., Investing.com, https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/metaplanet-buys-518-bitcoin-for-61-mln-total-stash-at-18113-coins-4184082

[7] Bitcoin News Today: Metaplanet Buys 518 BTC for $61.4M ..., AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-metaplanet-buys-518-btc-61-4m-institutional-adoption-grows-2508/