Bitcoin News Today: Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 17,132 BTC as 555 Million Plan Targets 100K BTC by 2026, Funded by 23M Share Issuance

Metaplanet has added 780 BTC to its treasury, increasing its total Bitcoin holdings to 17,132 BTC, valued at over $2 billion. The Tokyo-listed firm, which launched its Bitcoin accumulation strategy in 2024, has accelerated its pace in 2025 under the revised “555 Million Plan.” This initiative now targets 100,000 BTC by year-end 2026 and 210,000 BTC by 2027, surpassing its earlier 2026 goal of 21,000 BTC. The latest purchase was funded through capital market activities, including the issuance of over 23 million shares in July, with proceeds used to redeem corporate bonds and finance further Bitcoin acquisitions [1].

To achieve the 2026 target, Metaplanet would need to acquire approximately 4,900 BTC monthly for the next 17 months, assuming a stable Bitcoin price of $119,200. This trajectory, however, depends on sustained investor confidence in the firm’s security offerings. Peter Chung, head of research at quantitative trading firm Presto, noted that the strategy’s viability hinges on public capital market appetite. “The real test will come when the current bull market comes to an end,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of maintaining Bitcoin holdings per share to justify the perceived net value [1].

Metaplanet’s aggressive approach positions it as one of the most ambitious corporate Bitcoin holders globally, second only to MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor. The firm’s CEO, Simon Gerovich, has been highlighted as a key figure in a broader trend of Asian companies adopting Bitcoin-centric treasury strategies. While Gerovich has not publicly addressed the risks of recent stock dilution, Chung urged investors to focus on Bitcoin per share metrics rather than dilution alone. The firm’s ability to grow its Bitcoin reserve while managing equity issuance will be critical to its long-term value proposition [1].

The July stock offering underscores Metaplanet’s dual strategy of debt reduction and asset diversification. By allocating capital market proceeds to Bitcoin purchases, the company aims to hedge against macroeconomic uncertainties while aligning with investor appetite for digital assets. However, analysts caution that volatility in both equity and cryptocurrency markets could challenge the firm’s execution, particularly during periods of reduced security demand. The success of the “555 Million Plan” will ultimately depend on Metaplanet’s capacity to maintain institutional and retail investor confidence in its Bitcoin-centric vision [1].

Source: [1] [title: Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Holdings Again in Steady March Toward 2026 Goal] [url: https://decrypt.co/332007/metaplanet-bitcoin-holdings-steady-march-2026-goal]