Bitcoin News Today: ZOOZ Bridges Wall Street and Bitcoin with Pioneering Dual-Listed Treasury

ZOOZ Power Ltd., a dual-listed company on Nasdaq and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE), has allocated approximately $40 million in net proceeds from its $180 million private placement to increase its Bitcoin holdings to 329 BTC, marking a significant step in its strategic shift toward a Bitcoin treasury reserve modelZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1]. The shareholder-approved initiative, finalized in late September 2025, includes a $5 million initial tranche and a comprehensive restructuring of the company's capital allocation strategyZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. The move positions ZOOZ as the first dual-listed firm to directly integrate Bitcoin into its balance sheet, offering investors exposure to the cryptocurrency through a traditional equity listingZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1].

The private placement, which closed on September 29, 2025, raised $159 million in net cash proceeds, with approximately 95% earmarked for long-term Bitcoin purchasesZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. ZOOZ has already executed its initial Bitcoin acquisition, purchasing 525 BTC for $60 million at an average price of $114,000 per coinZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. The company plans to provide regular BTC-per-share transparency while managing leverage within pre-defined loan-to-value parametersZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. This strategy aligns with ZOOZ's goal to transform its treasury into a "strategic asset" that drives growth and offers asymmetric upside for shareholdersZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1].

The restructuring includes the appointment of Alberto Franco and Jonas Grossman to the board of directors, alongside existing members Jordan Fried, Todd Thomson, and Samer Haj-YehiaZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. Strategic investors such as Pantera Capital, FalconX, and Arrington Capital participated in the funding roundZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. Legal advisors Chardan, Cooley LLP, and Shibolet & Co. facilitated the transaction, while PwC Israel serves as the independent auditorZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. ZOOZ has also filed a shelf registration statement to raise up to $1 billion in additional capital, underscoring its commitment to scaling its Bitcoin treasuryZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2].

The initiative introduces notable risks, primarily the direct correlation between ZOOZ's stock price and Bitcoin's volatilityZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1]. Regulatory uncertainties surrounding digital assets, taxation, and macroeconomic pressures further complicate the strategyZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1]. CEO Jordan Fried acknowledged these challenges but emphasized the potential for long-term value creation through disciplined risk management and transparent reportingZOOZ Completes Initial Purchase of ₿525 Valued at $60 Million^[2]. The company's share price has surged 106.44% year-to-date, reflecting investor enthusiasm for the innovative approachZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1].

ZOOZ's strategy mirrors the capital allocation practices of U.S. companies but extends the model to a global context, leveraging its dual-listed status to bridge traditional and digital marketsZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1]. Analysts note that the firm's approach could set a precedent for other public companies seeking to integrate Bitcoin into their treasuriesZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1]. However, the success of this model will depend on Bitcoin's price stability, regulatory developments, and ZOOZ's ability to balance risk with growth opportunitiesZOOZ Set to Pioneer Bitcoin Treasury Strategy After Shareholders Approve $180 Million Private Placement^[1].