Crypto Market Recap: Metaplanet Acquires 1,005 Bitcoin, Issues US$208 Million Zero-Interest Bonds to Expand BTC Holdings
By Giann Liguid — June 27, 2025
Metaplanet continues to strengthen its position in the cryptocurrency space through a bold acquisition and innovative financing strategy. The company has purchased an additional 1,005 bitcoins, bringing its total bitcoin holdings to 13,350 BTC. To finance further accumulation of Bitcoin, Metaplanet has issued zero-interest bonds totaling US$208 million, accelerating its aggressive bitcoin acquisition plan.
Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Overview
As of Friday, June 27, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. UTC:
- Bitcoin (BTC) remained steady, priced at approximately US$107,027, exhibiting minimal price movement over the previous 24 hours. The trading range for the day saw lows near US$106,709 and highs reaching US$107,884. – Ethereum (ETH) also traded flat during the period, closing at around US$2,449.37, with a daily price variation between US$2,402.46 and US$2,459.96. —
Altcoin Movements
Several altcoins showed varied movements within the last 24 hours:
- Solana (SOL): Declined slightly by 0.6%, trading at US$142.26. – XRP: Dropped 1.3% to US$2.10. – Sui (SUI): Rose 1.4%, valued at US$2.63. – Cardano (ADA): Held steady, trading flat at US$0.5580. —
Key Cryptocurrency Market Developments
Metaplanet’s Bond Issuance to Fund Bitcoin Expansion
In an ambitious move to boost its Bitcoin reserves, Metaplanet has issued zero-interest bonds raising US$208 million. This capital injection is designated to fund further bitcoin purchases, underscoring the company’s confidence in the cryptocurrency’s long-term value. Following the acquisition of 1,005 BTC, Metaplanet’s holdings now total 13,350 bitcoins, positioning it as a significant institutional investor in the crypto sector.
Trump’s World Liberty Partners with UK DeFi Firm Re7 Capital
World Liberty Financial, affiliated with the Trump family, has forged a strategic partnership with London-based decentralized finance (DeFi) hedge fund Re7 Capital. This collaboration aims to scale the USD1 stablecoin project backed by World Liberty, including deployment of a stablecoin vault using Euler and Lista protocols. Additionally, World Liberty plans to expand activities on Binance’s BNB Chain.
Re7 Capital benefits from a US$10 million investment by the Hong Kong-based VMS Group, marking VMS’s first crypto endeavor. The partnership extends World Liberty’s footprint in blockchain projects across South America, Europe, and Asia.
UAE’s Aqua 1 Foundation Makes US$100M Investment in World Liberty Tokens
The Aqua 1 Foundation, a discreet investment fund based in the United Arab Emirates, has acquired US$100 million worth of World Liberty tokens (designated $WLFI). These tokens currently serve as governance tokens, enabling holders to participate in protocol decisions, though they are not yet freely tradable.
Despite Aqua 1’s low profile—evidenced by minimal social media presence and a recently established website—the fund is set to assist World Liberty in compliance and global expansion efforts. Furthermore, Aqua 1 aims to launch new initiatives promoting digital economic development in the Middle East through blockchain and artificial intelligence.
Bitcoin’s Monthly Growth Shows Signs of Slowing Amid ETF Flows
Despite substantial investment inflows into Bitcoin spot ETFs totaling approximately US$3.9 billion, Bitcoin’s price performance for the month has been modest, with a gain of just 2%—its smallest monthly increase since July 2023. Data highlights suggest that large holders, or "whales," possessing over 10,000 BTC, have been net sellers recently. Smaller investors have also been offloading positions, mitigating bullish momentum. After a period of asset liquidation between January and April, accumulation resumed in April near the US$76,000 price level. Currently, Bitcoin is consolidating with realized profits reaching US$650 billion in this cycle, surpassing the prior cycle’s US$550 billion.
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About the Author
Giann Liguid is a graduate of Ateneo De Manila University with an AB in Interdisciplinary Studies. With extensive experience writing across security, food, business, and governmental sectors, Giann specializes in technology and market analysis. Beyond writing, Giann enjoys thrift shopping and spending time with his dogs.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author holds no direct investment interest in companies mentioned.
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