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Japan’s Metaplanet Increases Bitcoin Stash To 2000, Target Remains 10,000 BTC

By Akriti Seth

Last Updated: Feb 17, 2025

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Metaplanet, the Japan-based venture capital firm, has announced acquiring around 270 Bitcoins for $25.8 million. This new purchase takes the company’s BTC stash to a total of 2031. The company is targeting 10,000 BTC in 2025. 

Metaplanet has followed Strategy’s (formerly known as MicroStrategy) Bitcoin investment strategy closely.

On 17 February 2025, Metaplanet, also known as “Japan’s Strategy,” confirmed the receipt of the 4 Billion Yen raised through the issuance of the 6th Series of Ordinary Bonds to EVO FUND. On 13 February 2025, Metaplanet purchased 269.43 BTC using 4 Billion Yen (approx $25.8 million)

Furthermore, the  company revealed that from July 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024, the Company’s BTC Yield was 41.7%. From October 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024, the Company’s BTC Yield was 309.8%. Quarter to Date, from January 1, 2025 to February 17, 2025, the Company achieved a BTC Yield of 15.3%.

Metaplanet’s 2000 Bitcoins are worth almost 25 Billion Yen. 

Michael Saylor, Strategy founder and chairman, has been doubling down on the Bitcoin strategy too. Today, he posted the “21 Rules of Bitcoin” on X.

Doubling Down On Bitcoin Strategy

Companies worldwide are betting on Bitcoin. The Japanese gaming developer, Gumi, announced on 10 February 2025, its intention of investing more than $6.5 million in Bitcoin  as a part of its corporate strategy. In terms of Japanese Yen, this is equivalent to an investment of 1 billion.

India’s Jetking recently added Bitcoin to its reserves very recently. And the move got Saylor’s attention, as he posted about it on X.

Meanwhile, a US-based company, Rumble, announced allocating $20 million of its cash reserve into Bitcoin.

KULR Technology, an energy storage company, fortified its balance sheet by purchasing 510 BTC. In another intriguing news, medical technology company Semler Scientific raised its stakes to 3,192 BTC after purchasing $88.5 million worth of assets last week.

Furthermore, AI education firm Genius Group has planned a $120 million investment in Bitcoin. There is also Thumzup Media, a social media marketing company, who has entered the crypto space by making its first significant investment, acquiring approximately $1 million in BTC.

Explore: Metaplanet Aims To Raise $62M To Expand $109M Bitcoin Treasury

Metaplanet Targets 10,000 Bitcoin In 2025

Metaplanet has set an ambitious target to expand its Bitcoin holdings more than five fold to 10,000 BTC in 2025. The move aligns with growing market optimism, as analysts predict Bitcoin could surpass $200,000 in a bull run expected this year.

CEO Simon Gerovich outlined the firm’s plans in a 5 January 2025 X post, stating that they aim to achieve this target using “the most accretive capital market tools” available.

Gerovich also emphasized the firm’s broader mission to advance Bitcoin adoption in Japan and globally, describing their efforts as “not just building a company but driving a movement.”

Gerovich suggested that a US decision to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, particularly under the crypto-friendly Trump administration, could spark a global shift. “Japan and other Asian countries would likely follow suit,” he remarked during Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin New Year’s Eve party in Florida.

Explore: Metaplanet Targets 10,000 Bitcoin In 2025 Amid Bull Run Predictions Of Over $200K

Key Takeaways From Metaplanet's BTC Strategy

  • Metaplanet, also known as “Japan’s Strategy (formely known as MicroStrategy),” has announced acquiring around 270 Bitcoins.
  • This new purchase takes the company’s BTC stash to a total of 2031, worth almost 25 Billion Yen.

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Akriti Seth
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Akriti Seth is a Zurich-based Business Journalist and Crypto Editor. Her passion for journalism has taken her across the globe – from thriving as an on-television correspondent to writing engaging articles, she has worked for companies like Informa UK, Bloomberg... Read More

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