Metaplanet Adds Eric Trump to Bitcoin Strategy Board Amid Crypto Expansion
Nidhi Kolhapur21 Mar 20253 min read
Metaplanet, a publicly listed Japanese company known for its bold Bitcoin investments, has made a headline-grabbing move. The company has appointed Eric Trump, son of U.S. President Donald Trump Donald Trump Donald J. Trump is a US-based business tycoon, pro-crypto politician, and 47th (present) President of the United States. He comprehends the significance and needs of the modern fintech world, and people look up to him as a dominant pro-crypto politician. Once doubtful about Bitcoin's dominance, he said in a tweet in 2019, “I am not a fan of Bitcoin", but now has a significant amount of cryptocurrency holdings in his pool. He has also signed an Executive Order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, which highlights his commitment to the future of cryptocurrency. Quick Facts Full name Donald John Trump Birth 14-06-1946, New York, United States Nationality American Education BS from the University of Pennsylvania Famous For Business, Politics Donald Trump - Career Highlights & Events 2016 – Elected as the 45th President of the United States from the Republican Party. 2017 – Signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, impacting investment environments 2019 – Slammed crypto king Bitcoin on X, calls it "not money". 2025 – A gala party was hosted by him for the top 220 Trump meme coin holders. President to its newly created Strategic Board of Advisors. The announcement, made in a post on X, signals Metaplanet’s growing ambition in the Bitcoin space.
With big plans and even bigger Bitcoin goals, the company is making waves. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening.
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This move is part of Metaplanet’s goal to lead Bitcoin adoption and expand its influence in the financial world. The newly formed advisory board will bring together key experts and industry leaders, all working to advance Bitcoin’s future.
Eric Trump has built a strong reputation in real estate, finance, and brand development. Metaplanet believes his expertise, along with his support for digital assets, will bring valuable insights as the company continues expanding its Bitcoin strategy.
“We are honored to welcome Eric Trump as the first member of our Strategic Board of Advisors and look forward to welcoming him to our annual meeting,” said Simon Gerovich, Representative Director of Metaplanet Inc. “His business acumen, love of the Bitcoin community and global hospitality perspective will be invaluable in accelerating Metaplanet’s vision of becoming one of the world’s leading Bitcoin Treasury Companies.”
Following the news, Metaplanet’s stock rose more than 17 percent and is currently trading at 4,730 JPY. This increase reflects investor confidence in the company’s direction and its ability to attract high-profile advisors.
Metaplanet Expands Its Bitcoin Holdings
Metaplanet has been aggressively increasing its Bitcoin reserves. It recently purchased 150 additional Bitcoin (BTC) for around 12.5 million dollars, bringing its total holdings to 3,200 BTC, with a total investment of approximately 266.2 million dollars.
To support its Bitcoin strategy, Metaplanet also raised 2 billion yen, or about 13.3 million dollars, through a bond issuance. The company has set ambitious targets, aiming to reach 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025 and 21,000 BTC by the end of 2026.
CEO Simon Gerovich stated that Metaplanet has been fully committed to its Bitcoin investment strategy since April 2024, positioning itself as a major player in the digital asset market.
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- Metaplanet holds 3,200 BTC after purchasing an additional 150 BTC, with a total investment of approximately $266.2 million.
