Published by CentBit.Online – Crypto & Blockchain Expert, Bangladesh
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has officially confirmed the purchase of 2,205 Bitcoin in a bold expansion of its crypto treasury strategy—adding $240.8 million worth of BTC to its balance sheet at an average price of ~$109,250 per coin.
This marks one of the largest Bitcoin acquisitions by a publicly traded company in Asia, second only to MicroStrategy on the global stage.
“This isn’t just an investment—it’s a long-term strategy against inflation, currency instability, and weakening fiat,” said a Metaplanet spokesperson during the announcement.
Breakdown of the Purchase
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Total BTC Purchased: 2,205
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Value: $240.8 million
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Average Buy Price: ~$109,250
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BTC Treasury Total: Over 7,500 BTC (est.)
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Intent: Long-term holding, not for short-term speculation
Metaplanet: Japan’s MicroStrategy?
Metaplanet has been aggressively accumulating Bitcoin throughout 2024 and 2025. Analysts now describe it as the “Asian counterpart to MicroStrategy,” with a growing belief in Bitcoin as a corporate treasury reserve asset.
The firm’s stock price has seen double-digit gains after each BTC purchase announcement, with institutional investors showing growing interest in its Bitcoin-heavy strategy.
Institutional Trend Grows
Metaplanet’s bold move follows a wave of similar actions by major institutions:
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MicroStrategy now holds over 250,000 BTC
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BlackRock’s IBIT ETF has surpassed $70 billion in AUM
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Sovereign wealth funds in the Middle East are exploring Bitcoin allocations
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Central banks are rumored to be quietly accumulating BTC as a hedge
“This is no longer about retail hype. It’s about financial survival, strategic reserves, and monetary sovereignty,” noted [Insert Analyst Name] from CentBit.Online.
Market Reaction
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Bitcoin Price: Briefly spiked above $110,500 following news
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Sentiment: Strongly bullish among traders and long-term holders
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Hashrate: Continues climbing, signaling long-term confidence in Bitcoin network security
What This Means for Bangladesh
For Bangladesh, Metaplanet’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy offers key insights:
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Institutional accumulation is global—not just in the U.S.
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Asian firms are leading innovation in treasury asset models
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Bangladesh must start debating how public and private sectors can safely engage with Bitcoin
“If Japanese public companies are using BTC as a hedge, shouldn’t Bangladesh explore crypto reserves and Web3 financial infrastructure too?” said [Insert Your Name], founder of CentBit.Online.
Conclusion
Metaplanet’s purchase of 2,205 Bitcoin for $240.8 million underscores a rapidly evolving narrative: Bitcoin is no longer speculation—it’s strategy. As more institutions follow suit, the race for digital monetary dominance has clearly begun.
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