MetaPlanet and Strategy Buy More BTC…Again…

TLDR

• Strategy and MetaPlanet gamble on BTC amidst geopolitical…entanglements.
• Strategy bought 10k BTC for a cool $1 billion.
• MetaPlanet increased its overall holding to 10k BTC, with much more on the horizon.

In what is becoming a regular segment on Dypto Crypto (and every other news outlet), big TradFi players are continuing their BTC accumulation phase.

Japanese investment firm MetaPlanet and Strategy bought more of the world’s favorite digital asset. Both companies achieved some pretty big milestones with these acquisitions. Let’s get after it.

MetaPlanet Hits 10,000 BTC and Surpasses Coinbase 

Earlier this week, MetaPlanet announced it had purchased 1,112 Bitcoin in one go, costing the firm 16.88 billion Japanese yen ($117 million USD). This addition brings MetaPlanet’s total holdings to a clean 10,000 BTC. 

For context, this move pushed them ahead of Coinbase, whose stash sits at 9,267 Bitcoin (excluding custodial assets — BTC they hold for someone else, such as Blackrock), officially making MetaPlanet the seventh-largest publicly traded company with a Bitcoin treasury. 

FYI: Between Coinbase’s holdings and what they custody, no one is 100% sure of exactly how much is under their direct control, but estimates have been as high as 10% of the total supply. However, we couldn’t track down any official figures that were current.

They’re getting it at a relatively discounted price. Their 10,000 Bitcoin now averages out at 13.9 million yen per BTC (roughly $96,400) — looks like someone knows how to buy the dip, eh?. 

Within hours of the announcement, MetaPlanet’s stock surged by more than 20% on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, peaking at 22% growth later that day. The firm is crushing it year-to-date, with stock up over 417%. Not a bad week of gains right there. 

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Aiming for 210,000 BTC by 2027 

10k Bitcoin is pretty impressive. But MetaPlanet doesn’t just want to sit on its newly polished throne of 10,000 BTC. They’ve set a jaw-dropping goal to own 210,000 Bitcoin by the end of 2027. 

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That means it will need to buy an additional 200,000 Bitcoin in the next 18 months. If this sounds bonkers to you, it’s because it kind of is. 

With Bitcoin supply capped at 21 million, this would mean MetaPlanet aims to hold 1% of all Bitcoin in circulation. That’s a power play if we’ve ever seen one. 

To help bankroll this mission, MetaPlanet has issued $210 million worth of bonds, with the sole purpose of raising enough funds to expand its Bitcoin stash. 

Strategy Doubles Down Amid Geopolitical Unrest 

Michael Saylor’s Strategy (the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder) raised its own BTC game this week, too. 

Strategy disclosed it acquired a whopping 10,100 Bitcoin last week — with a $1 billion price tag. Despite recent price dips clouded by conflict and uncertainty in geopolitics, Strategy managed to buy BTC at an average price of $104K per coin. That seemed to justify the gamble, given its yield grew higher. 

Strategy’s current Bitcoin holdings total an eye-popping 592,100 BTC, acquired for a total of $41.8 billion alongside a new funding initiative dubbed STRD. 

What’s Driving All These Big Bitcoin Plays 

It’s not like Bitcoin needed more attention, but these corporate maneuvers are turning heads for several reasons. 

1. Market Perception Stability – These multi-million-dollar acquisitions signal confidence in Bitcoin’s stability as a long-term asset. The fact that firms are willing to bet massive sums on crypto reinforces its legitimacy. 
2. Hedging Against Inflation – Institutional investors see Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, particularly during geopolitical and market turbulence. The limited supply of Bitcoin makes it an attractive alternative to fiat currency or traditional hedging assets like gold. 
3. Demand-Supply Economics – By increasing their Bitcoin treasuries, these corporations add pressure to its supply. This could result in even higher valuation down the line, which benefits long-term holders. 
4. Stock Gains – As seen with MetaPlanet, announcing bold crypto maneuvers is creating buzz and driving stock prices upward, further incentivizing companies to dip their toes (or cannonball) into the Bitcoin pool. 

Does This Impact New Crypto Investors? 

Absolutely. Moves like these spark market activity, which can create opportunities (and some noise) for new investors. While you might not have the resources of Strategy or MetaPlanet, you can still gain confidence from seeing institutional backing in the Bitcoin space. 

If you’re just getting started in crypto, here’s what you can do now:

• Start small. Don’t invest more than you can afford to lose, no matter how enticing BTC looks. 
• Educate yourself. Try beginner-friendly platforms for your first Bitcoin transaction. 
• Keep your coins safe. Look for secure wallets and platforms with strong encryption. 

When Will They Buy More? Soon… 

Major corporate moves like these are often a strong indicator of both current sentiment and the market’s future direction. 

By the end of 2027, if Bitcoin continues being gobbled up by large institutions, there’s likely going to be less circulating BTC for the average investor to go around. This could mean higher demand and rising prices.

Interested in joining the hype (responsibly, of course)? Follow our guides for more tips and tools to help you get started with crypto safely. After all, you don’t need Michael Saylor money to make your first crypto move.