Ethereum News Today: BitMine Launches $1 Billion Buyback Spurrs 22.87% Stock Surge

BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. has announced a $1 billion stock buyback program, signaling a strong commitment to enhancing shareholder value and reinforcing its strategic focus on Ethereum. The company disclosed that it currently holds 833,137 ETH, making it the largest Ethereum treasury in the world. This move is expected to reduce the number of outstanding shares and stabilize the company’s stock price amid growing institutional interest [2].

The buyback includes both open-market repurchases and Rule 10b5-1 plans, which are designed to ensure regulatory compliance and market fairness. The program follows a $182 million investment from ARK Invest, further fueling momentum in BitMine’s Ethereum acquisition strategy. Institutional backing from figures such as Bill Miller III and ARK’s Cathie Wood has also been highlighted as a key factor supporting the company’s ambitions [2].

The announcement has already sparked a strong market reaction. On August 11, 2025, shares of BMNR surged by 22.87%, with earlier reports noting a 62% increase in the stock price following the company’s disclosure of its Ethereum holdings and the buyback plan. Premarket volatility has also been significant, with an 11.43% rise reported on the same day, underscoring investor optimism [3][5].

BitMine’s aggressive accumulation of ETH has positioned it as a major player in the crypto sector. The company has also seen a notable investment from Peter Thiel, who holds a 9.1% stake and triggered a 17% jump in premarket trading. These developments have reinforced BitMine’s reputation as a strategic and innovative firm in the cryptocurrency space [6].

Despite the positive market sentiment, BitMine’s financial performance remains mixed. Recent earnings reports show a revenue of $3.31 million, but with an EBIT margin of -43.8% and a gross margin of 25.1%. However, the company’s free cash flow remains robust at over $1.67 million, indicating its capacity to fund further growth initiatives [2].

BitMine’s broader vision is centered on leveraging Ethereum to drive long-term value creation. As the company continues to expand its ETH treasury, the market is closely watching how this strategy evolves in terms of sustainability and profitability. With a daily trading volume of around $1.6 billion, BMNR remains one of the more liquid stocks in the U.S. market, further enhancing its appeal to traders and investors [2].

The move has drawn attention across the Ethereum market, with participants closely monitoring potential liquidity shifts and regulatory implications due to the scale of the acquisition and capital involved. The company’s strategy aligns with historical trends seen in major corporate treasury acquisitions and may redefine investment approaches in the crypto space [2].

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[1] TradingView - [https://www.tradingview.com/news/cryptonews:89ba77901094b:0-eth-nears-4-500-as-its-biggest-whale-bitmine-unleashes-20b-war-chest-to-buy-more-ethereum/](https://www.tradingview.com/news/cryptonews:89ba77901094b:0-eth-nears-4-500-as-its-biggest-whale-bitmine-unleashes-20b-war-chest-to-buy-more-ethereum/)

[2] StocksToTrade - [https://stockstotrade.com/news/bitmine-immersion-technologies-inc-bmnr-news-2025_08_11/](https://stockstotrade.com/news/bitmine-immersion-technologies-inc-bmnr-news-2025_08_11/)

[3] CoinCentral - [https://coincentral.com/bitmine-immersion-bmnr-stock-rockets-24-as-ethereum-breaks-4000-barrier/](https://coincentral.com/bitmine-immersion-bmnr-stock-rockets-24-as-ethereum-breaks-4000-barrier/)

[4] Reddit - [https://www.reddit.com/r/ethtrader/comments/1mobz50/ethereum_treasury_company_bitmine_immersion_plans/](https://www.reddit.com/r/ethtrader/comments/1mobz50/ethereum_treasury_company_bitmine_immersion_plans/)

[5] AInvest - [https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitmine-immersion-technologies-shares-surge-11-43-premarket-ethereum-reserve-sector-strengthens-company-announces-10b-stock-buyback-2508/](https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitmine-immersion-technologies-shares-surge-11-43-premarket-ethereum-reserve-sector-strengthens-company-announces-10b-stock-buyback-2508/)

[6] Timothy Sykes - [https://www.timothysykes.com/news/bitmine-immersion-technologies-inc-bmnr-news-2025_08_11/](https://www.timothysykes.com/news/bitmine-immersion-technologies-inc-bmnr-news-2025_08_11/)