Asian investment firms are stepping up their Bitcoin accumulation strategies, with Japan’s Metaplanet and Hong Kong’s HK Asia Holdings leading the way.
Tokyo-based Metaplanet disclosed on April 24 that it acquired an additional 145 Bitcoin (BTC) for 1.9 billion Japanese yen (around $13.4 million), boosting its total holdings to 5,000 BTC.
Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich confirmed the company has reached 50% of its initial goal of amassing 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025.
The firm has been aggressive in its Bitcoin treasury operations, using bond issuances and Bitcoin income strategies, such as selling cash-secured BTC put options, to finance its acquisitions.
Since initiating its Bitcoin strategy, Metaplanet’s stock has surged over 3,000%. The company aims to hold 21,000 BTC