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Metaplanet reaches 5,555 Bitcoin milestone with latest 555 BTC buy

By: the crypto news wire|2025/05/07 19:15:01
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Metaplanet has reached the 5,555 BTC milestone with the latest $53 million purchase, the total valued at over $536 million at current prices. Japan’s Metaplanet purchased an additional 555 Bitcoin as part of its aggressive accumulation strategy, bringing its total holdings to 5,555 BTC, valued at over $536 million at current prices. On May 7, the Tokyo-listed firm disclosed that it spent $53.4 million acquiring 555 Bitcoin ( BTC ) at an average price of $96,134. The company now holds 5,555 BTC, purchased for $481.5 million at an average price of $86,672 per Bitcoin, according to CEO Simon Gerovich. The company also announced the issuance of another $25 million in zero-coupon ordinary bonds to fund its ongoing BTC buys. Since early 2024, the firm has raised over 35 billion yen ($244 million) through zero-coupon bonds and stock acquisition rights via its partner, Evo Fund. Read more

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