# Сопутствующие статьи по теме Acquisition

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Strive overtakes Tesla with 12,800 Bitcoin, yet equity investors flee – Why?

In a significant development, Strive, Inc. has completed its all-stock acquisition of Semler Scientific, creating a major Bitcoin powerhouse. The combined entity now holds approximately 12,800 BTC, surpassing Tesla and Trump Media to become the 11th largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally. CEO Matt Cole emphasized that the deal strengthens the company's Bitcoin strategy and aims to boost Bitcoin yield to over 15% by early 2026. Despite this aggressive accumulation, both Strive (ASST) and Semler (SMLR) stocks experienced sharp sell-offs, falling 11.82% and nearly 10% respectively. This highlights a disconnect between corporate Bitcoin strategy and near-term equity investor sentiment. Meanwhile, Bitcoin's price reclaimed the $95,000 level. Strive's strategy involves a 12-month plan to monetize Semler's legacy healthcare operations. The proceeds will be used to retire debt, including a $100 million convertible note and a $20 million Bitcoin-backed loan. The company plans to use preferred equity instead of debt for future Bitcoin acquisitions to avoid forced selling during market downturns, signaling a deliberate shift toward a Bitcoin-focused corporate identity.

ambcrypto01/14 12:02

Strive overtakes Tesla with 12,800 Bitcoin, yet equity investors flee – Why?

ambcrypto01/14 12:02

Polygon's $250 Million Acquisition Signals Shift in L2 Competition

Polygon Labs has announced the acquisition of cryptocurrency payment infrastructure provider Coinme and blockchain development platform Sequence for a total exceeding $250 million. The strategic move aims to bolster Polygon's stablecoin strategy and its vision for an "Open Money Stack." Coinme, a long-standing compliant crypto business in the U.S., operates a vast network of over 50,000 retail locations and holds a series of money transmitter licenses. This acquisition provides Polygon with critical off-ramp and on-ramp capabilities, enabling seamless conversion between cash, fiat, and on-chain assets like stablecoins. Sequence contributes its modular technology stack, including a smart wallet with account abstraction and a cross-chain orchestration engine called Trails. This simplifies the user experience by allowing seamless interactions across multiple chains without users needing to manage gas fees or underlying complexities. Together, these acquisitions form the foundation of Polygon's Open Money Stack, which integrates layers for fiat ramps, wallet infrastructure, cross-chain interoperability, and blockchain settlement. This reflects a broader shift in the Layer 2 competitive landscape, where success is increasingly determined by full-stack integration—combining compliant entry points with seamless user experiences—rather than just technical performance.

marsbit01/14 05:05

Polygon's $250 Million Acquisition Signals Shift in L2 Competition

marsbit01/14 05:05

Crypto Morning Brief: CoinGecko Considers Sale at Approximately $500 Million Valuation, Privacy Protocol Zama Launches Token Sale

CoinGecko is reportedly considering a sale at a valuation of around $500 million, with investment bank Moelis handling the process. In other major news, privacy protocol Zama launched a token sale with a floor valuation of $55 million, distributing 12% of its total 1.1 billion ZAMA tokens through a sealed-bid Dutch auction. Key market developments include the U.S. December CPI meeting expectations at 2.7% year-over-year, with analysts suggesting it won’t immediately alter the Federal Reserve’s current wait-and-see stance on rate cuts. U.S. Senate committees have rescheduled hearings on crypto market structure bills to late January. Other notable updates: PancakeSwap proposed reducing the max supply of CAKE from 450 million to 400 million tokens; ETHGas revealed its tokenomics with a 10 billion GWEI supply; Grayscale added several new assets to its consideration list; and YZi Labs made a multi-million dollar investment in Genius Trading, with Binance's Changpeng Zhao joining as an advisor. Additionally, Polygon Labs acquired companies Coinme and Sequence for over $250 million to advance its stablecoin strategy, and European crypto platform Bitpanda is planning a Frankfurt IPO in early 2026 targeting a €4-5 billion valuation.

marsbit01/14 01:22

Crypto Morning Brief: CoinGecko Considers Sale at Approximately $500 Million Valuation, Privacy Protocol Zama Launches Token Sale

marsbit01/14 01:22

Strategy buys $1.25B in Bitcoin, but MSTR stock lags – Why?

MicroStrategy, under Michael Saylor, began 2026 with a massive $1.25 billion Bitcoin purchase, acquiring 13,627 BTC at an average price of $91,519. The acquisition was funded through the sale of company stock, bringing its total holdings to 687,410 BTC with an overall cost basis of $75,355. Despite this aggressive accumulation reinforcing its "Bitcoin Standard" strategy, the company's stock (MSTR) has significantly lagged. While Bitcoin held above $92,000, MSTR stock had retraced 60% from its July 2025 peak, though it showed a slight short-term rebound. The move was followed by a cryptic "Big Orange" post from Saylor, cementing the firm's dominant position in the corporate Bitcoin landscape.

ambcrypto01/13 12:06

Strategy buys $1.25B in Bitcoin, but MSTR stock lags – Why?

ambcrypto01/13 12:06

Strategy Drops $1.25 Billion On Bitcoin Above $91,000

Strategy, a prominent Bitcoin treasury company, has made its largest single purchase since July of last year, acquiring 13,627 BTC for approximately $1.25 billion. This significant investment, announced by co-founder Michael Saylor, was executed at an average price of $91,519 per Bitcoin. The purchase, funded through stock offerings, brings the company's total holdings to 687,410 BTC. The firm's total investment now stands at $51.80 billion, which has appreciated to a value of $63.28 billion, representing an unrealized profit of over 22%. Saylor also shared a comparison of top-performing assets since 2020, noting that Nvidia, MicroStrategy, and Bitcoin have been the leaders in annualized returns. Despite a strong start to the year, Bitcoin's price has recently stabilized around $91,400.

bitcoinist01/13 09:02

Strategy Drops $1.25 Billion On Bitcoin Above $91,000

bitcoinist01/13 09:02

Financing Weekly Report | 9 Public Financing Events, Stablecoin Payment Company Rain Completes New $250 Million Round, Post-Money Valuation Reaches $1.95 Billion

Last week (Jan 5-11) saw 9 blockchain funding rounds totaling over $298 million. Key deals include stablecoin payment firm Rain raising $250 million at a $1.95 billion valuation, led by ICONIQ. Babylon, a decentralized protocol, secured $15 million from a16z Crypto. In DeFi, RWA project TBook surpassed $10 million in total funding. NeuroMesh raised $5 million for AI and robotics, while Boings.ai completed a seed round at a $30 million valuation. Barclays invested in stablecoin settlement platform Ubyx. Venture firm a16z also raised $15 billion, focusing on AI and crypto. Excluded from the count were major raises by xAI and Protege, as well as Fireblocks' $130 million acquisition of TRES Finance.

marsbit01/12 03:01

Financing Weekly Report | 9 Public Financing Events, Stablecoin Payment Company Rain Completes New $250 Million Round, Post-Money Valuation Reaches $1.95 Billion

marsbit01/12 03:01

From Manus' Xiao Hong: The Crypto Interns Who Made It to the Big Leagues

The article "From Manus' Xiao Hong to Those Crypto Interns Who Made It Big" explores the early careers of several key figures in the cryptocurrency and tech industries, highlighting how their internships and early roles during Bitcoin's formative years shaped their later success. In late 2025, Meta acquired AI company Manus, founded by Xiao Hong, who was revealed to be an early Bitcoin holder. Xiao, now a Meta VP, had his first internship in 2013 at Yibit, one of China’s earliest Bitcoin media companies, founded by prominent miner Mao Shixing (aka "Shenyu"). This experience exposed him to decentralized systems and crypto ideals that later informed his work in AI. The piece also tells the story of Ge Yuesheng, a 21-year-old intern who became an early angel investor in Bitmain, providing crucial funding and resources. He eventually co-founded Matrixport and became one of the youngest crypto billionaires. Another example is Wang Hui, OKCoin’s first employee, who built its technical infrastructure from scratch. After leaving, he co-founded JEX, which was later bought by Binance. These stories underscore common themes: timing (entering crypto during its 2013–2017 "chaotic" early days), the importance of following visionary leaders, and a willingness to embrace risk and uncertainty. While these are survivor stories, they illustrate how early exposure to crypto’s foundational ideas provided a unique vector for recognizing future tech trends—from Bitcoin to AI. The article concludes by reflecting on the rapid evolution of the industry, where a decade can transform an intern into a billionaire, and emphasizes the unpredictable, high-reward nature of betting early on emerging technologies.

marsbit01/09 03:53

From Manus' Xiao Hong: The Crypto Interns Who Made It to the Big Leagues

marsbit01/09 03:53

Fireblocks Buys TRES for $130M to Build a Full-Stack Crypto Compliance Platform

Fireblocks, a major crypto infrastructure platform, has acquired TRES Finance for $130 million. The acquisition aims to create a full-stack compliance platform that enables large companies and financial institutions to manage crypto taxes, accounting, and audits more efficiently. By integrating TRES, Fireblocks will offer a unified system for storing, sending, and receiving digital assets while generating audit-ready financial reports. TRES, already used by over 230 companies, specializes in on-chain accounting and tax compliance. The move addresses growing regulatory demands under frameworks like MiCA and the GENIUS Act, positioning Fireblocks as a comprehensive operating system for institutional digital asset management.

TheNewsCrypto01/08 10:43

Fireblocks Buys TRES for $130M to Build a Full-Stack Crypto Compliance Platform

TheNewsCrypto01/08 10:43

Ripple President On $500 Million Raise: No IPO, No Exchange, Bigger Plans

Ripple President Monica Long detailed the company's plans for its recent $500 million equity raise, which was completed at a $40 billion valuation with investors including Citadel and Fortress. The funds will be used to integrate recent acquisitions (Hidden Road, Rail, GTreasury, and Palisade) and expand Ripple's regulated stablecoin infrastructure. Long emphasized a "compliance first" approach, noting Ripple holds over 70 licenses globally. She explicitly stated the company has no plans or timeline for an IPO and does not intend to acquire a centralized exchange, despite viewing them as key partners. The strategy focuses on building digital asset infrastructure for businesses and financial institutions, moving beyond reliance on XRP.

bitcoinist01/07 18:02

Ripple President On $500 Million Raise: No IPO, No Exchange, Bigger Plans

bitcoinist01/07 18:02

Ripple’s GTreasury Acquires Solvexia to Expand Compliance and Automation Capabilities

Ripple's corporate treasury management company, GTreasury, has acquired automation firm Solvexia, marking Ripple's first acquisition of 2026. The deal, finalized on January 7th, aims to enhance compliance and automate processes like transaction verification and regulatory reporting by integrating Solvexia's low-code platform. GTreasury's CEO stated the combination provides unprecedented visibility and control for finance functions, helping organizations manage both fiat and digital asset transactions while reducing regulatory risks. This move further connects traditional finance with the crypto industry, with XRP and RLUSD playing significant roles. Despite the news, XRP's price decreased by 4.8% to $2.25, with trading volume also declining.

TheNewsCrypto01/07 13:21

Ripple’s GTreasury Acquires Solvexia to Expand Compliance and Automation Capabilities