In a significant move, Tokyo-based investment firm Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin holdings to an impressive 8,888 BTC, recently acquiring an additional 1,088 coins. The cost for each new coin averaged around $107,770, culminating in an investment of approximately $117 million.
According to current data, Metaplanet has an average purchase price of $93,354 per BTC across its entire Bitcoin portfolio. This brings the total investment to about $830 million, while the current market value of these holdings is estimated at roughly $932 million. Therefore, Metaplanet is experiencing an unrealized gain of nearly $103 million from its investments.
Milestone Achievement for Metaplanet
Since initiating its Bitcoin acquisition strategy in April 2024, Metaplanet has grown its assets at a remarkable pace—outpacing even long-established players. For instance, Block Inc., which began its Bitcoin investments back in October 2020, currently holds 8,584 BTC, positioning them just behind Metaplanet.
Metaplanet Acquires Additional 1,088 $BTC, Total Holdings Reach 8,888 BTC pic.twitter.com/X2clAIKNbR
— Metaplanet Inc. (@Metaplanet_JP) June 2, 2025
Data from BitcoinTreasuries reveals that Metaplanet has now ascended to the position of the 10th-largest public Bitcoin holder globally. In comparison, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) remains the leader with 580,250 coins, while El Salvador’s national reserves comprise 6,195 BTC.
Investment and Market Insights
As of June 2, 2025, Metaplanet’s latest acquisition of 1,088 BTC required an expenditure of about $117 million. They have invested close to $830 million in total towards their Bitcoin treasury. The current market value of the firm’s 8,888 BTC stacks up to approximately $932 million.
This performance translates to an unrealized gain of around $102.5 million. The report further indicates that Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Yield reached an impressive 96% between January 1 and March 31, 2025, and currently stands at 66% from April 1 to June 2, 2025.
Corporate Shifts in Bitcoin Acquisitions
Other companies are increasingly adopting similar strategies. Strategy, which boasts a portfolio of 580,250 BTC, has hinted at further purchases in social media posts. DDC Enterprise recently added 79 BTC, bringing its totals to 100, while Jetking, an Indian firm, has acquired nearly six more coins, now holding a total of 21.
Orange is my Preferred Color pic.twitter.com/rc9JIcJOAT
— Michael Saylor (@saylor) June 1, 2025
Additionally, Brazilian company Méliuz is gearing up for a public share offering intending to raise R$450 million (approximately $78 million) to boost Bitcoin investments. DDC’s CEO, Norma Chu, has remarked that Bitcoin’s scarcity and constant liquidity align perfectly with the company’s financial strategies.
Global Developments in Crypto Adoption
Governments are also making notable strides in Bitcoin adoption. El Salvador has secured 6,195 BTC for its national reserves. Additionally, Panama’s state-owned bank is planning to introduce Bitcoin savings accounts and permit tax payments using cryptocurrencies.
Metaplanet has acquired 1088 BTC for ~$117.3 million at ~$107,771 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 225.4% YTD 2025. As of 6/2/2025, we hold 8888 $BTC acquired for ~$829.7 million at ~$93,354 per bitcoin. $MTPLF pic.twitter.com/FYjiHiOIzL
— Simon Gerovich (@gerovich) June 2, 2025
The Mayor of Panama City, Mayer Mizrachi, highlighted these initiatives during the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas, where it was announced that Tower Bank will begin accepting cryptocurrency for tax payments, underlining a shift towards greater official endorsement of digital currencies.
Future Aspirations
Looking ahead, Metaplanet has set an ambitious goal to reach 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025. With 8,888 coins already secured, the firm is nearing this target, achieving approximately 89% of its objective. CEO Simon Gerovich celebrated this notable milestone of “8888,” marking it as a highlight in the company’s strategic journey.
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