Metaplanet raises $745m to expand Bitcoin holdings in bid for Asia’s largest crypto deal

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has unveiled a strategic plan to acquire 21,000 BTC by 2026.

Metaplanet, a public Tokyo-based investment firm, is setting its sights on becoming one of the largest corporate Bitcoin (BTC) holders in the world. The firm outlined in a Jan. 28 press release ambitious plans to acquire 21,000 Bitcoin by 2026.

To achieve the goal, Metaplanet will issue 21 million shares to raise ¥116.65 billion (around $750 million), the largest equity capital raise for Bitcoin in Asia so far.

“Metaplanet’s 2025-2026 Bitcoin Plan reflects our commitment to innovation and leadership in Bitcoin treasury operations. As we execute this ambitious plan, we aim to deliver long-term value to our shareholders by growing our Bitcoin holdings and maximizing BTC Yield.”

Metaplanet

Simon Gerovich, representative director of Metaplanet, says the move comes as the market “has recognized Metaplanet as Tokyo’s preeminent Bitcoin company, and we are seizing this momentum to solidify our position as a global leader.”

“Our vision is to lead the Bitcoin renaissance in Japan and emerge as one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders globally. This plan is our commitment to that future.”

Simon Gerovich

In 2024, Metaplanet had a big year. It hit a record BTC Yield of 309.82% in Q4. By year-end, the firm had 1,761 Bitcoin, worth over ¥27.7 billion (around $178 million). Metaplanet’s market cap also grew 7,000% since adopting the Bitcoin Standard, and the number of shareholders jumped to more than 50,000, per the press release. Following the latest news, the firm’s shares on pre-market rose 3.1%, according to Yahoo Finance.