Author: Ibrahim Abdulaziz Adan

Metaplanet purchased 5,268 Bitcoin for $615 million and now holds 30,823 BTC worth $3.33 billion.  The company’s Bitcoin division generated $16.75 million in Q3 2025, and management doubled its full-year revenue forecast to $46 million. Metaplanet aims to capture 1% of the global Bitcoin market by 2027 and recently completed a $1.4 billion fundraising round to support expansion. Tokyo-listed investment firm Metaplanet has acquired 5,268 Bitcoin tokens in its latest strategic purchase, bringing its total holdings to 30,823 BTC worth approximately $3.33 billion. The transaction, executed at an average price of $116,870 per coin, represents a $615 million investment in…

Nasdaq filed to list BlackRock’s Bitcoin Premium Income ETF with the SEC. The fund generates yield through the use of covered call options on Bitcoin. The ETF holds spot Bitcoin and IBIT shares while writing call options. It targets investors seeking regular income with lower volatility. The SEC confirmed eligibility and opened the public comment period. The fund prioritizes income generation over price tracking. Nasdaq has submitted a filing to list BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The proposal, dated September 30, seeks approval to trade the fund under commodity-based trust rules. This…

Strategy chairman Michael Saylor plans to accumulate one trillion dollars in Bitcoin, referring to it as digital energy, much like electricity. Over 180 public companies now hold Bitcoin since the Strategy started in 2020. Saylor expects thousands more to follow. Corporate Bitcoin buying has added $1.8 trillion in value for individual investors and strengthened the network. Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor has outlined an audacious plan to accumulate one trillion dollars in Bitcoin, positioning the cryptocurrency as the foundation of future corporate treasuries. In a conversation with Bitcoin Magazine, Saylor described Bitcoin as “digital energy” comparable to transformative innovations like…

BlackRock now owns 3.8% of all Bitcoin through its IBIT ETF, which launched less than two years ago and holds $87.7 billion in assets. The asset manager is the second-largest Bitcoin holder after Satoshi Nakamoto and could overtake that position by summer 2026 if current growth continues. Bitcoin ETFs have attracted $57 billion since launch, and Bitcoin’s price has risen 340% during this period. BlackRock has accumulated 3.8% of Bitcoin’s total supply through its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT), making it the second-largest holder of Bitcoin globally. The fund currently manages $87.7 billion in net assets, representing 768,264 BTC. Bloomberg…

Strategy purchased 196 Bitcoin for $22.1 million and now holds 640,031 BTC worth approximately $47.35 billion at its average cost basis. The company raised $128 million through stock sales, but only used $22 million for this Bitcoin purchase.  MSTR stock has dropped from $455 to around $314 and now shows only 3% gains for the year. Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has purchased another 196 Bitcoin for $22.1 million, continuing its aggressive accumulation strategy despite ongoing market turbulence. The acquisition brings the company’s total holdings to 640,031 BTC, valued at approximately $47.35 billion based on its average purchase price of…

SWIFT is building a blockchain ledger with Consensys and over 30 banks for real-time cross-border payments. Institutions like JPMorgan, HSBC, and Bank of America will help develop and test the prototype. The ledger uses Consensys’ Linea network and will connect traditional banking systems to blockchain technology. The Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) unveiled plans on Monday to develop a blockchain-based digital ledger in partnership with over 30 major financial institutions and ConsenSys, an Ethereum software company. The announcement came during the Sibos 2025 conference on September 29, marking a significant shift for the global banking infrastructure provider. The…

Seven major asset managers filed amended Solana ETF applications, including staking features for additional returns. Due to improved regulatory efficiency, ETF analysts predict SEC approval could happen within two weeks. Strong international demand and recent regulatory changes create favorable conditions for Solana ETF launches. Seven prominent financial institutions have submitted updated S-1 filings to the Securities and Exchange Commission for their proposed Solana exchange-traded funds. Franklin, Fidelity, CoinShares, Bitwise, Grayscale, VanEck, and Canary included staking provisions in their amended applications. Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart drew attention to these coordinated filings. The amendments represent a significant step toward bringing Solana…

BlackRock bought $79 million worth of Bitcoin through its IBIT ETF, and it continues to accumulate despite market volatility.  The asset manager filed for a new Premium Bitcoin ETF that generates income through covered call strategies.  BlackRock prefers Bitcoin over Ethereum and sold ETH positions to buy more BTC. BlackRock continues its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy despite recent market turbulence. The world’s largest asset manager purchased 703.7 BTC worth approximately $79 million through its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF. The acquisition demonstrates institutional confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term prospects. Market data from SoSoValue confirms the purchase occurred during heightened uncertainty in…

Bhutan transferred another 419.5 BTC worth $47 million, which marks two consecutive weeks of major Bitcoin sales by the government.  The nation still holds 9,232 BTC valued at over $1 billion, but recent moves suggest increased liquidation activity.  Bitcoin trades near $112,550 with declining volume, and analysts expect further downward pressure on prices. On Wednesday, the Royal Government of Bhutan executed another significant Bitcoin transfer, moving 419.5 BTC worth approximately $47.23 million. This transaction marks the sovereign nation’s second consecutive week of substantial cryptocurrency movements, raising questions about potential selling pressure in the digital asset market. The latest transfer…

Strategy CEO Michael Saylor predicts Bitcoin will become ten times larger than gold’s market cap due to its digital advantages and growing institutional adoption. Over 190 public companies now hold Bitcoin in their treasuries, and Strategy leads with nearly 640,000 coins worth billions of dollars. Deutsche Bank expects central banks to hold Bitcoin and gold by 2030 as complementary reserve assets with different strengths. Strategy CEO Michael Saylor believes Bitcoin will achieve a market capitalization ten times larger than gold’s current valuation. During a CNBC interview, the executive made these remarks, positioning the cryptocurrency as the superior store of value…