Metaplanet's Bold Bitcoin Accumulation Strategy
Metaplanet's CEO, Simon Gerovich, has articulated a forward-thinking approach to corporate digital asset strategy, emphasizing the long-term vision required for significant Bitcoin accumulation. He noted that while many management teams avoid discussing Bitcoin, those who do consider it must be prepared for market misunderstandings over extended periods as they build their positions.
In a significant move, Metaplanet executed its largest Bitcoin purchase to date in January 2026, acquiring 5,419 BTC for approximately $632.5 million. This acquisition brought the company's total holdings to 25,555 BTC, positioning Metaplanet as the fifth-largest corporate holder of Bitcoin globally.
The company is actively pursuing a new initiative known as the "555 Million Plan," with the ambitious objective of accumulating 210,000 BTC by the end of 2027. This target represents 1% of the total Bitcoin supply. To support this strategy, Metaplanet has established a U.S. subsidiary, Metaplanet Income Corp., which will concentrate on generating income from its Bitcoin holdings through the utilization of financial instruments such as derivatives.
Bitmine Immersion Technologies' Ethereum Ambitions
Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) currently holds the distinction of being the world's largest corporate holder of Ethereum, managing approximately 3.45% of the token's total circulating supply. Tom Lee, Chairman of Bitmine and known for his work at Fundstrat, has set an ambitious goal for the company, termed the "Alchemy of 5%," aiming to possess 5% of all Ethereum in existence.
Thomas Lee expressed his conviction that Ethereum is poised for a significant price breakout in 2026. This outlook is supported by external analyses, with Standard Chartered recently projecting that Ethereum could reach prices between $7,500 and $12,000 by 2026. Based on these projections, if Ethereum achieves $12,000, Bitmine's internal assessments suggest its share price could potentially surge to $500.
Further diversifying its strategic investments, Bitmine is committing $200 million to Beast Industries, the company founded by prominent YouTuber MrBeast. This investment signals Bitmine's intention to integrate decentralized finance (DeFi) services into MrBeast's forthcoming financial platforms. The initiative aims to engage MrBeast's extensive audience of over 450 million subscribers, many of whom are already comfortable with digital technologies.
Corporate Digital Asset Reserves and Market Trends in 2026
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), recognized as the world's leading corporate Bitcoin holder, has maintained its steadfast "HODL" strategy throughout 2026. As of January 12, the company reported its total Bitcoin holdings at 687,410 BTC.
Financial analysts at TD Cowen have revised their acquisition forecasts upwards for Strategy, anticipating that the firm will purchase an estimated 155,000 Bitcoins during the 2026 fiscal year.
The U.S. Bitcoin spot Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) experienced substantial inflows in mid-January 2026, recording a single-day influx of $843.62 million. This surge pushed the cumulative net inflows for these funds beyond the $58 billion mark. Ethereum ETFs also saw significant investor interest, attracting $175 million in a single day during the same month. These substantial capital injections have contributed to market stabilization, with Bitcoin trading near $95,000 and Ethereum at $3,367 as of January 17.
Bitmine has outlined its plans to generate an estimated $402 million to $433 million in annual pre-tax income through the process of "staking" its Ethereum holdings. This operation will be facilitated by the "Made in America Validator Network" (MAVAN), which is scheduled for launch in the first quarter of 2026.