El Salvador Issues $500M Bitcoin Bond, Strategy Buys 4,225 BTC, Metaplanet Expands Holdings

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El Salvador has made history by issuing $500 million in Bitcoin-backed bonds to fund infrastructure projects. The settlement of these bonds was processed entirely on-chain via the Liquid Network, marking the first sovereign Bitcoin bond to be settled in this manner. This initiative highlights the growing use of Bitcoin in cross-border settlement infrastructure, particularly in regions where local currencies face volatility. The Bitcoin Lightning Network, with over 40,000 active nodes, is also playing a crucial role in processing microtransactions and remittance flows with near-zero fees and instant settlement times.

Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, has continued its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition plan, purchasing 4,225 Bitcoin between July 7 and July 13, 2025. This acquisition has enhanced its treasury to 601,550 BTC. The firm's consistent influence on institutional confidence has propelled Bitcoin's status as a premier financial reserve. Strategy's approach, predominantly funded through equity offerings, has cemented Bitcoin's status and channelled positive sentiment and bullish momentum into the cryptocurrency market. The financial implications of Strategy's growing Bitcoin reserve are notable, constituting 2.8% of the total supply and emphasizing Bitcoin's central role in institutional portfolios.

Metaplanet, a Japan-listed company, has expanded its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 797 more BTC, bringing its total to 16,352 Bitcoin. This makes Metaplanet one of the biggest publicly held Bitcoin holders in the world, ranking fifth-largest after surpassing Galaxy Digital. The company's shift from a hotel management firm to a significant player in the Bitcoin market reflects its serious growth plans. Metaplanet's distinctive funding model, which includes zero-interest bonds and the rights to acquire stocks, has enabled it to continue acquiring large amounts of Bitcoin. The company aims to have more than 210,000 Bitcoin by 2027, a goal that many believe is achievable given its consistent purchasing trend. Metaplanet's strategy also includes borrowing against its Bitcoin to acquire companies that will bring consistent income, further expanding its business operations.