Metaplanet Tops 43,000 BTC Holdings; FBI Director Discloses MicroStrategy Purchase
STRC•Metaplanet reached 43,000 BTC on July 2, making it the world’s third-largest corporate bitcoin holder. FBI Director Kash Patel amended his disclosure to report a personal purchase of MicroStrategy shares, signaling rising institutional interest in crypto-linked equities.
1. Bitcoin Reserve Milestone
Metaplanet hit the 43,000 BTC milestone on July 2, elevating its bitcoin reserve to the third-largest among corporate holders globally. The Tokyo-based firm pursued a program of incremental open-market purchases to reach its current holdings.
2. FBI Director Disclosure
FBI Director Kash Patel amended his financial disclosure to report a personal acquisition of MicroStrategy stock earlier this year. This update highlights rising institutional investor interest in crypto-exposed equities and could influence scrutiny of executive trading practices.
