Metaplanet added 5,075 BTC, increasing its total holdings to 40,177 BTC and placing it third among public treasury companies.
After last night's drop, hypotheses are beginning to circulate suggesting that the risks of further declines in Bitcoin's price have increased. The situation is actually complex and uncertain, so it is necessary to proceed with caution with this type of analysis.
Metaplanet (3350) acquired 5,075 BTC for approximately $398 million during the first quarter of 2026, pushing its total holdings to 40,177 BTC and vaulting past MARA Holdings in the global bitcoin treasury rankings.
On Mar. 31, Moody's assigned provisional Ba2 ratings to up to $100 million in taxable revenue bonds for the Waverose Finance Project. The bonds are secured by a loan to NH CleanSpark Borrower Trust 2026-1, with Bitcoin (BTC) as the pledged collateral.
Institutional positioning in crypto shifted in March as Bitcoin ETFS reversed a long outflow streak while several major altcoin funds, including ETH and XRP products, remained under pressure. Bitcoin closed the first quarter of 2026 by finally breaking a five-month negative run, delivering its first positive monthly performance since September 2025. The leading crypto has spent the past six months in a clear downtrend, having retraced over 50% from its October all-time high of $126,000, amid weak sentiment and geopolitical tensions.
Bitcoin's top-heavy ownership signals the selloff may not be over, with analysts warning more downside before a durable market bottom forms.
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs (exchange-traded funds) recorded $173.73 million in net outflows on April 1, signaling that institutional selling pressure carried into the new quarter.
Japan-based firm strengthens its position with nearly $400 million purchase, surpassing MARA Holdings in global rankings.
Bitcoin slipped as President Trump addressed the US-Iran conflict, dragging its price down by 3% during the speech amid bearish prediction.
MetaPlanet's aggressive Bitcoin strategy highlights the growing trend of corporate cryptocurrency investments, potentially reshaping financial landscapes. Metaplanet hits 40,177 Bitcoin, overtaking MARA to become third-largest corporate holder.
Bitcoin (BTC) is losing momentum below $70,000, with repeated rejections signaling weakening buyer strength. While support near $63,000 continues to hold, the inability to reclaim higher levels is increasing the risk of a breakdown. As price tightens within this range, the market is nearing a decisive move that could shift short-term direction.
Oil shock from the U.S.-Iran conflict pushed inflation expectations higher and shifted the Fed toward a hawkish stance, pressuring gold while Bitcoin showed relative resilience.