- Tether boosts Bitcoin holdings to 100,000+ BTC, reinforcing its market dominance alongside record $4.5B quarterly profits.
- Tether diversifies with $90.87B in U.S. Treasuries and $3.65B in gold, securing its financial influence amid rising gold prices.
- Metaplanet mirrors Tether’s Bitcoin strategy, fueling a 3,000% stock surge as institutional BTC adoption gains momentum.
According to Bitcoin Magazine, Tether has increased its Bitcoin holdings, purchasing 8,888 BTC worth $735 million based on on-chain information. The stablecoin provider now holds over 100,000 BTC, valued at approximately $7.8 billion. The move makes Tether’s dominance in the cryptocurrency industry strong. Tether also recorded all-time high profits of $4.5 billion in the first quarter, helped by its massive U.S. Treasury stashes. The company’s Bitcoin investment plan is fueling its growth.
Tether’s Expanding Crypto Portfolio
Besides Bitcoin, Tether also maintains vast U.S. Treasury holdings, now worth $90.87 billion. This figure aligns with Germany’s U.S. debt holdings in early 2024, showcasing Tether’s financial influence. Moreover, the stablecoin issuer possesses $3.65 billion in gold, further diversifying its assets. Up to 15% of the company’s net operating profits will be allocated to Bitcoin as part of its strategy. In May 2023, its first Bitcoin reserves were worth $1.5 billion. Since then, Tether has consistently expanded its holdings.
The financial situation of Tether has been reinforced by the recent spike in gold prices. Gold futures contracts experienced the largest quarterly rise since 1986 in Q1 2025, rising more than 19%. The significant returns from Tether’s diverse portfolio help to sustain its market dominance.
Metaplanet’s Aggressive Bitcoin Strategy
However, Tether is not the only company aggressively investing in Bitcoin. Metaplanet, a Japanese firm, has also expanded its Bitcoin reserves. The company purchased 696 BTC in Q1 2025 through cash-secured put options. This acquisition cost ¥10.152 billion ($91.7 million). Notably, 50 BTC originated from premiums, while 645.74 BTC resulted from option exercises. Metaplanet’s approach mirrors Tether’s strategy, leveraging Bitcoin to strengthen its financial position.
Additionally, Metaplanet raised 2 billion yen ($13.22 million) through its 10th Series of Ordinary Bonds. The company will use these funds to buy more Bitcoin. This strategic shift has yielded remarkable results, with Metaplanet’s stock surging over 3,000%.
