Trading of cryptocurrencies began in online forums and obscure exchanges, where buying and holding tokens was the norm. But making leveraged bets — a common tool in traditional finance that allows ...
Trump Media Deepens Crypto Push With Bitcoin–Ether ETF Filing
Donald Trump’s media company has filed to launch an exchange-traded fund that would invest directly in both Bitcoin and Ether, the latest in a wider push into digital assets tied to the president’s ...
The Trumps Promote a New Crypto Venture: Bitcoin Mining
The debut of American Bitcoin, a mining firm backed by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., has heightened the ethical concerns swirling around the Trump presidency.
Japan is enjoying a surge in investments by GPs and LPs, say Bain & Co., Clifford Chance
Taking a look at Japan – and the rise of investments in Japanese companies from US-based PE firms. Factors including government initiatives aimed at encouraging foreign investment are driving activity ...
Metaplanet’s Road to 10,000 Bitcoin: From Budget Hotels to BTC Treasury
Metaplanet is the 9th largest corporate holder of Bitcoin with 10,000 BTC worth over $1 billion. Its stock price has gained over 2,000% since 2024.
Japan’s Metaplanet Hits 10,000 Bitcoin, Overtakes Coinbase
Metaplanet has acquired an additional 1,112 Bitcoin for $117.2 million, bringing its total holdings to 10,000 BTC and overtaking Coinbase to become the ninth-largest publicly traded holder of Bitcoin.
Crypto group Tron to go public in US via reverse-merger with SRM
Hong Kong-based crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun's blockchain group Tron will go public in the United States in a reverse merger with SRM Entertainment , the companies said on Monday.
Which Crypto Will Boom in 2025? Experts Point to Bitcoin Solaris as the Ultimate Bitcoin Successor
The crypto market is buzzing with speculation, but one question dominates every investor’s mind: Which crypto will boom in 2025? While many tokens are battling for attention, a growing wave of experts and insiders are pointing toward a rising star that blends legacy,
Why Bain Capital, KKR and other PE firms are investing in Japanese companies
Many Japanese conglomerates are looking to streamline operations and focus on core businesses, leading to divestitures and carve-outs,' said Clifford Chance's Michihiro Nishi.
Metaplanet raises $210M in zero-interest bonds to expand Bitcoin holdings
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has issued $210M in zero-interest bonds, whose proceeds will be used for additional Bitcoin purchases.
Metaplanet’s Bitcoin holdings hits 10,000 BTC, beating Coinbase
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet’s latest 1,112 Bitcoin purchase has finally tipped its total Bitcoin holdings to 10,000 BTC, surpassing Coinbase as the seventh-largest publicly traded company with ...
Metaplanet Reaches 10,000 BTC Target Amid $210M Bond Issuance
Metaplanet said it acquired 1,112 BTC for $117.2 million, bringing total holdings to 10,000 BTC. The company’s board approved a $210 million bond issuance to EVO Fund, with proceeds scheduled for ...
Focus on Bank of Japan’s JGB Purchase Plan
Focus is on the Bank of Japan’s JGB purchase plan when its two-day meeting ends Tuesday, with some expecting a slower pace in reducing purchases.
Bank of Japan to weigh slowdown in bond buying cuts after volatility rises
TOKYO] The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is set to consider whether to taper its bond purchases at a slower pace while also leaving its benchmark interest rate unchanged, in a decision that will be closely ...
Hedge funds reap cash from investors ‘starved’ of Japan exposure
HONG KONG] Nick Bird’s OQ Funds Management opened a Japan quantitative hedge fund in September. Within weeks, it raised the maximum US$250 million and had to turn away additional money, the former ...
What Investors Should Know As Meta Gets (Back) Into Crypto
Meta (formerly Facebook) is getting back into crypto . . Markets and investment trends tend to move in cycles, and the cryptoasset sector is no exception to this rule ...