Emre Yumlu 
Japan-based Bitcoin-focused investment company Metaplanet has revealed plans to expand into the US market by launching a new subsidiary in Florida. The company intends to raise up to $250 million through the new arm to support its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy.
US Expansion Anchored in Florida: Targeting Institutional Capital
Announced on May 1, the new entity will be fully owned by Metaplanet and headquartered in Miami. This move is designed to strengthen the company’s presence in North America and connect more directly with US institutional investors.
Metaplanet highlighted Florida’s reputation as a Bitcoin-friendly state, emphasizing its progressive financial environment and supportive regulatory approach. The expansion will also allow the firm to operate across multiple time zones, enhancing its global efficiency.
Florida’s Growing Role in the Bitcoin Ecosystem
Florida continues to establish itself as a crypto innovation hub. In April, the state’s House Insurance and Banking Committee approved legislation enabling the State Treasury to invest in Bitcoin — a significant shift in policy aimed at embracing digital assets.
Political support for cryptocurrency is also strong in the state. Two recently elected Republican representatives who received a combined $1.5 million in backing from crypto-aligned PACs will soon take office in the US House, reinforcing the industry’s growing influence.
Earlier in the year, reports indicated that the Florida Retirement System’s investment board held $46 million worth of MicroStrategy shares, a company widely known for its substantial Bitcoin holdings. Metaplanet is seen as a rising peer in this space, following a similar accumulation strategy.
Bitcoin Holdings See Substantial Growth
According to the company’s website, Metaplanet currently holds 5,000 BTC, valued at around $475 million. This marks a sharp increase from the 1,762 BTC it held at the start of 2025 — a growth rate of 184%.
In April alone, the company made three major purchases:
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696 BTC acquired for approximately $67 million (10.2 billion JPY),
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330 BTC added for $28.2 million at an average of $85,605 per Bitcoin,
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And another 145 BTC secured for around $13.4 million toward the end of the month.
These purchases brought Metaplanet’s total Bitcoin holdings to a round figure of 5,000 BTC.
Long-Term Goal: Strengthening Presence in the US Market
Establishing a US-based subsidiary signals Metaplanet’s commitment to deepening its engagement with the American financial sector. By tapping into domestic capital flows, the firm aims to accelerate its Bitcoin acquisition strategy and expand its operational reach.
The move also sets the stage for future international growth, as Metaplanet positions itself as a key player in the institutional Bitcoin investment landscape.
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