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Metaplanet sells put options to grow Bitcoin stash by nearly 24 BTC

Metaplanet sells put options to grow Bitcoin stash by nearly 24 BTC

The Bitcoin-only firm explained that it wants to tap into BTC's volatility for profit.

Japan to potentially lower capital gains tax on crypto in regulatory review

Japan to potentially lower capital gains tax on crypto in regulatory review

Reclassifying digital assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act could significantly reduce the current 55% tax rate on crypto gains.

Metaplanet doubles down on Bitcoin amid Japan crypto boom

Metaplanet doubles down on Bitcoin amid Japan crypto boom

Japanese firm Metaplanet sees 500% stock increase, fueled by Bitcoin investments.

Metaplanet teams up with Japan’s SBI for enhanced regional Bitcoin custody and trading

Metaplanet teams up with Japan’s SBI for enhanced regional Bitcoin custody and trading

Metaplanet's Bitcoin ambitions grows with its latest partnership with Japan's SBI.

Oasys partners with Japanese TradFi giant SBI Holdings to push blockchain gaming

Oasys partners with Japanese TradFi giant SBI Holdings to push blockchain gaming

Oasys and SBI Holdings aim to expand blockchain technology use cases in Asia's booming gaming industry.

DMM Crypto explores stablecoin launch under Japan’s regulations

DMM Crypto explores stablecoin launch under Japan’s regulations

The firm stated that the planned stablecoin would have a phased launch and play an integral role in its digital economy project.

Metaplanet bolsters Bitcoin holdings with additional 57 BTC

Metaplanet bolsters Bitcoin holdings with additional 57 BTC

Metaplanet's total Bitcoin holdings have risen to more than 360 BTC.

Metaplanet buys additional 57.1 BTC in pursuit of Asia’s top Bitcoin firm title

Metaplanet buys additional 57.1 BTC in pursuit of Asia’s top Bitcoin firm title

The company CEO predicts the company stock would outperform rivals on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in the next four years.

Metaplanet stock soars 20% as firm agrees to 1 billion yen loan to fund Bitcoin acquisition

Metaplanet stock soars 20% as firm agrees to 1 billion yen loan to fund Bitcoin acquisition

Metaplanet said the loan would be collateral free.

Metaplanet looks to raise $70 million to bolster Bitcoin holdings

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Metaplanet’s buying spree and Mt. Gox test transactions follow Bitcoin’s brief $68K climb

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Bitcoin buy propels Metaplanet stock up 10%, total holdings now 225 BTC

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