Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Bet: Aiming for 10,000 BTC in 2025

Currently holding 1,762 BTC valued at $173.4 million

Metaplanet, the Japan-based venture capital powerhouse, has set an ambitious goal for 2025: to expand its Bitcoin holdings more than fivefold to a staggering 10,000 BTC. This move aligns perfectly with predictions of a Bitcoin bull run, with analysts forecasting BTC could soar past $200,000 this year.

Currently holding 1,762 BTC valued at $173.4 million, Metaplanet has already made a name for itself as Asia’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder. The firm closely followed MicroStrategy’s playbook in 2024, making 19 strategic purchases and betting big on Bitcoin’s future.

CEO Simon Gerovich took to X (formerly Twitter) on Jan. 5 to share the company’s bold plans. “We’re not just building a company but driving a movement,” he said. Metaplanet’s roadmap involves leveraging cutting-edge financial tools like loans, equity, and convertible bonds to boost its Bitcoin stash. But it’s not just about numbers; it’s about influence. Gerovich is keen on advancing Bitcoin adoption both in Japan and globally, making Metaplanet a driving force in the crypto ecosystem.

The timing couldn’t be better. Heavyweight asset managers like VanEck and Bitwise predict Bitcoin could hit $180,000–$200,000 in 2025, with some optimistic scenarios suggesting even higher gains. Adding to the excitement, a potentially crypto-friendly U.S. administration under Trump could adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, potentially triggering a global domino effect.

“If the U.S. takes the lead, countries like Japan will likely follow,” Gerovich noted at Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin New Year’s Eve bash. Japan, often influenced by U.S. economic moves, could become a pivotal player in Bitcoin adoption across Asia.

Metaplanet’s recent actions underscore its commitment to Bitcoin. On Dec. 23, the firm made its largest single purchase to date, acquiring nearly 620 BTC—over 35% of its current holdings. This move followed a stellar year where Bitcoin prices surged by 120%, pushing Metaplanet’s shares up by 27.5% since it began its Bitcoin journey in April 2024.

For a company that just recorded its first operating profit since 2017, this bold Bitcoin strategy seems like a win-win. With its eyes on 10,000 BTC and a vision for global adoption, Metaplanet is not just riding the crypto wave—it’s helping to shape it. 2025 could be the year of Bitcoin, and Metaplanet is ready to lead the charge.