Quick Highlights Eric Trump plans to attend Metaplanet’s September 1, 2025 meeting. Metaplanet aims to buy 210,000 BTC by 2027 under new capital-raising strategy. Eric Trump previously called himself a Bitcoin maximalist at the SALT conference. Eric Trump Joins Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Strategy: What to Expect in 2025 US President Donald Trump's son, Eric Trump, plans to attend a Metaplanet shareholder meeting on September 1, 2025, Bloomberg reports. The Japanese company, which follows a business model similar to Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), appointed Eric Trump as an adviser at the end of March 2025 to help promote Bitcoin. Metaplanet’s leadership is optimistic about the company’s mission to increase Bitcoin adoption, and Eric Trump's presence is seen as a strong indicator of their future strategy. According to Bloomberg, Trump will visit Tokyo after attending the Bitcoin Asia conference in Hong Kong on August 28-29. While Eric Trump has yet to comment on his upcoming trip, his participation is widely anticipated to play a key role in Metaplanet’s strategic direction. Metaplanet’s Capital-Raising Strategy The meeting on September 1 will see Metaplanet's shareholders voting on an expansion of its capital-raising plan, which involves purchasing 210,000 BTC by 2027. Eric Trump’s involvement is expected to provide both guidance and support for the company’s Bitcoin-focused vision, helping to convince stakeholders of the strategy’s effectiveness. Metaplanet’s ambitious Bitcoin acquisition plan aligns with the broader trend of institutional involvement in cryptocurrency, where companies like MicroStrategy have been leading the charge. The addition of Eric Trump to the advisory board strengthens Metaplanet’s position as it navigates the evolving digital asset space. Eric Trump at SALT Before his appointment with Metaplanet, Eric Trump made waves at the SALT conference in Jackson Hole, where he publicly declared himself a Bitcoin maximalist. Trump is convinced that Bitcoin’s price will eventually surpass the $1 million mark, reflecting his strong belief in the asset’s long-term value. His bold predictions and actions at Metaplanet reflect a growing trend of high-profile figures endorsing Bitcoin as the future of finance.
Durov also argued that it is absurd to hold a platform’s executive personally liable for user actions. He said Telegram complies with lawful requests while refusing to compromise on privacy, but warned that the year-long ordeal damaged France’s image as a free nation. Meanwhile, Coinbase secured a pause in a lawsuit over alleged violations of Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act. A judge agreed to wait for a related appellate ruling that could set precedent. The case accuses Coinbase of improperly collecting and sharing biometric data, which only adds to its legal troubles after a data breach earlier this year. Telegram Founder Blasts French Charges Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, spoke out once again about his ongoing legal case in France, and described the criminal investigation against him as “struggling” to find any evidence of wrongdoing. In a Telegram post on Sunday, Durov called his arrest by French authorities in August 2024 “unprecedented” and explained that holding a technology executive personally responsible for the actions of independent users was both “legally and logically absurd.” He also explained that Telegram’s moderation practices are consistent with industry standards and held firm that the company always complied with every legally binding request from French authorities. Telegram post from Pavel Durov Despite this, Durov revealed that one year later he is still required to return to France every 14 days, with no appeal date yet set. He warned that the French government’s handling of the case already caused “irreparable damage” to France’s image as a free country. His arrest last year triggered a wave of backlash from the crypto community, human rights organizations, and free speech advocates, many of whom accused the French government of trying to pressure Telegram into adopting stronger censorship policies. French prosecutors charged Durov in connection with Telegram’s content moderation policies, and alleged that the platform was being used to host harmful material. After his arrest, he was barred from leaving the country. French President Emmanuel Macron defended the move at the time, and rejected accusations that the arrest was politically motivated. He insisted that it was made within the framework of protecting citizens’ rights and freedoms. However, his comments only fueled further criticism online. Mert Mumtaz, CEO of node provider Helius, responded sharply to Macron by asking why the French leader was not being held personally accountable for failing to prevent all crime within France. Durov consistently maintained that Telegram respects the rule of law and complies with law enforcement requests, but he has also vowed that the platform will never compromise user privacy by handing over encryption keys or building backdoors into its systems. Instead, he said Telegram would rather exit a jurisdiction than give in to demands that violate its principles. Judge Pauses Coinbase Biometric Privacy Lawsuit In other legal news, a federal judge in Illinois granted Coinbase’s request to pause proceedings in a lawsuit about violations of the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The lawsuit was filed in May, and claimed that Coinbase collected users’ biometric data, including faceprints, as part of its Know Your Customer requirements without providing proper notice. Plaintiffs also alleged that the company shared this sensitive information with third-party verification providers without consent, which they said breached Illinois law. In a Thursday filing, Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman of the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Eastern Division ruled in favor of Coinbase’s motion to stay the case while awaiting a decision from the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. The appellate court is currently reviewing a case involving Nuance Communications and Charles Schwab’s use of voice identification technology. This ruling could directly impact the Coinbase matter. Judge Coleman said staying the case will help simplify issues, reduce litigation burdens, and would not cause undue prejudice against the plaintiffs. Coinbase ID verification process (Source: CourtListener ) Illinois’ BIPA sets strict rules for how private entities handle biometric data. Violations that are deemed negligent can result in penalties of $1,000 per occurrence, while reckless or intentional violations can carry fines of up to $5,000 per instance. The plaintiffs in the Coinbase lawsuit are also seeking to recover litigation costs. The legal challenge comes as Coinbase still faces scrutiny over its handling of user data. In May, the exchange disclosed a data breach involving customer support contractors in India who were bribed to access user accounts. The individuals behind the breach allegedly tried to extort $20 million worth of Bitcoin from Coinbase, though the company refused to comply. The breach has since led to several lawsuits alleging mishandling of personal data,which only complicated Coinbase’s legal and regulatory challenges in the United States.
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Bitcoin Magazine CEO David Bailey drew a very optimistic picture for Bitcoin (BTC) in his statement on the X platform. Bailey said, “There will be no more Bitcoin bear markets in the next few years. Every sovereign state, bank, insurance company, business, pension fund, and other institution will eventually hold Bitcoin. This process has officially begun, and we haven't even occupied 0.01% of the total market yet. The price of Bitcoin will rise much higher.” Meanwhile, Michael Saylor, chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), shared a BTC chart on the X platform, once again showing buy points marked in orange. Saylor has been known to make official announcements about the company's Bitcoin accumulation shortly after releasing this data. Therefore, investors are expecting MicroStrategy to announce new BTC purchases next week. Related News: JUST IN: Ethereum (ETH) Reaches Over $4,900 for the First Time in Its History - Here Are the Details According to the data, MicroStrategy's Bitcoin portfolio currently holds 629,376 BTC, worth a total of $72.1 billion. With an average purchase price of $73,332, the company's investment represents a 56.22% profit at current prices. The last transaction took place on August 18, 2025. On that date, the company purchased 430 BTC for $119,666. The purchase cost approximately $51.4 million, with a current value of $49.26 million and a current loss of 4.16%. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Big Bull Saylor Gives Another Signal Today – Another CEO Says, “Don’t Wait a Bear Market for a Couple of Years”
Metaplanet has once again expanded its Bitcoin reserves , acquiring 103 tokens for 1.736b yen, or about $11.8m, as part of its ongoing treasury strategy. The Tokyo-listed company now holds 18,991 Bitcoin in total, purchased at an average price of 15.05m yen per coin. In dollar terms, its stash is valued at more than $2.14b at current exchange rates. The move comes just a week after Metaplanet added 775 Bitcoin to its balance sheet, showing its rapid accumulation pace. This latest buy is part of what the firm calls its Bitcoin Treasury Operations, a strategy formalized last year to position Bitcoin as a core corporate reserve asset. Under this approach, Metaplanet taps capital markets through share issuances and bond programs, then channels the proceeds directly into Bitcoin acquisitions. *Metaplanet Acquires Additional 103 $BTC , Total Holdings Reach 18,991 BTC* pic.twitter.com/kCDNFw2zTy — Metaplanet Inc. (@Metaplanet_JP) August 25, 2025 Partial Redemption Of 19th Series Bonds Signals Balance Sheet Optimization As part of its balance sheet management, Metaplanet also redeemed 3b yen (about $20.4m) of its 19th Series Ordinary Bonds. The partial redemption reflects the company’s effort to optimize liabilities while continuing to allocate aggressively into Bitcoin. Metaplanet has attracted attention across financial markets for its aggressive pivot into digital assets. Often dubbed “Asia’s MicroStrategy” by industry watchers, the firm has mirrored the US software company’s strategy of leveraging corporate financing to build a massive Bitcoin war chest. Recent disclosures show the company actively uses stock acquisition rights to raise capital. Earlier this month, more than 4.9m new shares were issued following the exercise of warrants, further funding its crypto purchases. Metaplanet’s Strategy Anchored On Long-Term Bitcoin Value Over Fiat Reserves The company’s filings also outline its use of unique performance metrics such as “BTC Yield” and “BTC Gain” to measure shareholder value in Bitcoin terms rather than traditional profit and loss. In the quarter to date, Metaplanet reported a 29.1% BTC Yield, showing how its holdings per share continue to rise despite equity dilution. Its rapid accumulation also reflects Japan’s growing role in digital assets, at a time when regulatory clarity in the US has driven renewed institutional interest. The company’s aggressive stance comes against a backdrop of volatile markets. Bitcoin has been trading around $113,000 in recent days, pulling back slightly after setting record highs earlier this month. For Metaplanet shareholders, the wager is clear. Management has repeatedly argued that Bitcoin offers superior long-term value preservation compared with fiat cash reserves, and that the company’s role is to maximize Bitcoin per share through disciplined financing. The post Metaplanet Pushes Bitcoin Holdings Higher With Fresh $11.8M Buy, Now Holds Near 19K BTC appeared first on Cryptonews .
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Solana started a fresh increase above the $188 zone. SOL price is now consolidating above $200 and might aim for more gains above the $212 zone. SOL price started a fresh upward move above the $192 and $202 levels against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $200 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a rising channel forming with support at $205 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could extend gains if it clears the $212 resistance zone. Solana Price Aims For More Gains Solana price started a decent increase after it found support near the $188 zone, unlike Bitcoin and like Ethereum . SOL climbed above the $195 level to enter a short-term positive zone. The price even smashed the $202 resistance. The bulls were able to push the price above the $208 barrier. A high was formed at $213 and the price is consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $177 swing low to the $213 high. Solana is now trading above $200 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a rising channel forming with support at $205 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $212 level. The next major resistance is near the $215 level. The main resistance could be $220. A successful close above the $220 resistance zone could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is $225. Any more gains might send the price toward the $232 level. Downside Correction In SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $212 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $205 zone. The first major support is near the $202 level. A break below the $202 level might send the price toward the $195 support zone and the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $177 swing low to the $213 high. If there is a close below the $195 support, the price could decline toward the $188 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $205 and $195. Major Resistance Levels – $212 and $215.
Bitcoin’s realized cap has reached a record $1 trillion, signalling growing investor conviction in BTC. With nearly $2 billion in short positions vulnerable near the $120K level, a short squeeze