Metaplanet Plans to Acquire 21,000 Bitcoin by 2026  

• Metaplanet aims to accumulate 21,000 BTC by 2026, aligning its strategy with Bitcoin’s capped supply model. 
• The company reported a 309.82% Bitcoin yield in Q4 2024, highlighting the success of its acquisition strategy. 
• Metaplanet plans to issue 21 million shares through moving strike warrants to fund its BTC goals. 

Japanese firm Metaplanet, inspired by MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin acquisition strategy, has announced plans to amass 21,000 BTC by the end of 2026. This goal is to rank Metaplanet among the leading corporate owners of Bitcoin globally. The company’s new plan presented to the cryptocurrency community indicated that the company intends to hold 10,000 BTC by 2025 and achieve the final target in 2026. 

Symbolism Behind the 21,000 BTC Goal 

These questions are given particular importance by the fact that the target of Metaplanet looks like a number that resembles the limited supply of Bitcoin – 21 million. This goal correlates with the scarcity model which is the key concept of Bitcoin’s value proposition. The company’s announcement has raised interest across the financial market, making it a major player in the Japanese crypto market.

Metaplanet’s Growth Since Bitcoin Adoption in 2024

Since adopting Bitcoin in April 2024, Metaplanet has reported exponential growth. Simon Gerovich, the company’s director, emphasized that this move has solidified Metaplanet’s reputation as Tokyo’s premier Bitcoin-focused firm. The company plans to maintain this momentum by increasing its Bitcoin holdings and achieving a 35% quarterly yield on its BTC holdings throughout 2025.

In 2024, Metaplanet recorded significant growth, including a 309.82% Bitcoin yield in Q4 and a 41.7% increase in Q3. These results underscore the effectiveness of its Bitcoin strategy, which has strengthened investorence and fueled its expansion. As of December 2024, Metaplanet held 1,761 BTC, purchased at an average price of ¥11.85 million per BTC.

Plans to Issue 21 Million Shares via Moving Strike Warrants 

Metaplanet will issue 21 million shares through moving strike warrants to finance its ambitious goals. This decision is intended to secure funding while reflecting its commitment to becoming a top Bitcoin treasury holder. The company aims to leverage these resources to sustain its aggressive acquisition strategy and ensure long-term profitability.