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Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
K-Pop Company Jumps On Bitcoin Treasury Train, Stock Surges 150%
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. The Bitcoin Treasury Company train is showing no signs of slowing. The latest to jump on the bandwagon is an entertainment firm focused on producing K-pop music and related merchandising. K Wave Media (NASDAQ:KWM) said on Wednesday that it agreed to sell $500 million worth of ordinary shares to Bitcoin Strategic Reserve KWM, vowing to commit a significant portion of the proceeds to buy Bitcoin. Don't Miss: — no wallets, just price speculation and free paper trading to practice different strategies. Grow your IRA or 401(k) with Crypto – . 'K Wave is looking to be the 'Metaplanet of Korea,'' the firm said, referring to the Japanese hotel management company-turned-Bitcoin-treasury firm in 2024. Metaplanet's stock surged 2,600% within the year. K Wave Media said it expected a similar model to resonate with investors across Asia and the world. Indeed, the company's stock surged nearly 150% following its announcement of a Bitcoin treasury, opening at almost $5 on Wednesday after closing just below $2 on Tuesday. Beyond purchasing Bitcoin, K Wave Media intends to become deeply involved in the blockchain ecosystem, revealing plans to operate Bitcoin Lightning Network nodes and invest in native infrastructure, with the goal of enabling customers to engage with content and purchase merchandise on the blockchain. 'Bitcoin offers not just a store of value, but a foundation for innovation, independence, and global scalability," said Co-Interim CEO of K Wave Media Ted Kim. 'This is a defining step forward for K Wave and for the future of creative finance that will further assist KWM to produce [South] Korea's best content and help position KWM in the K POP's entire ecosystem by allowing it to expand to concert management and music distribution, among others.' Trending: New to crypto? on Coinbase. Standard Chartered recently estimated that approximately 61 public companies are adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets in hopes of becoming proxies for the leading digital asset. The bank warned that while the business model worked for now, as institutional access to Bitcoin remained limited in some regions, these companies are likely to lose their value as the asset became more normalized. At the same time, the bank warned that newer firms in the space faced a Bitcoin volatility risk. 'BTC volatility suggests that a move lower – below the average purchase prices for some Bitcoin treasuries – is probable in the nearer term,' Standard Chartered digital assets research chief Geoffrey Kendrick said. 'Indeed, at current average purchase prices for Bitcoin treasuries, it would only take a move back below USD 90,000 to put half the Bitcoin treasuries (by number of companies) underwater.' Standard Chartered warned that these firms may not have a large pain threshold. According to the bank, these firms could be forced to sell if Bitcoin were to slip 22% below their purchasing price. 'Bitcoin treasuries are adding to Bitcoin buying pressure for now, but we see a risk that this may reverse over time,' Kendrick said. Read Next: A must-have for all crypto enthusiasts: . Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — Image: Shutterstock This article K-Pop Company Jumps On Bitcoin Treasury Train, Stock Surges 150% originally appeared on
Arabian Post
05-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
K Wave Media Embarks on $500m Bitcoin Infrastructure Initiative
K Wave Media Ltd., a Nasdaq-listed Korean entertainment conglomerate, has secured a $500 million equity financing agreement with Bitcoin Strategic Reserve KWM LLC. The capital infusion is earmarked for operating Bitcoin Lightning Network nodes and investing in Bitcoin infrastructure, signalling a significant strategic shift towards digital assets. The Lightning Network, a second-layer solution built atop the Bitcoin blockchain, facilitates faster and more cost-effective transactions by enabling off-chain settlements through payment channels. This technology addresses Bitcoin's scalability issues, allowing for a higher volume of transactions with reduced fees. K Wave Media's move aligns with a broader trend of corporations integrating Bitcoin into their financial strategies. Companies like LQWD Technologies have also been expanding their Bitcoin holdings and Lightning Network operations, aiming to generate yield through transaction fees and enhance payment efficiencies. ADVERTISEMENT The $500 million financing will enable K Wave Media to establish and operate Lightning Network nodes, contributing to the network's robustness and decentralization. Additionally, the investment will support the development of Bitcoin infrastructure, potentially fostering innovation in digital payment solutions and financial services. This strategic pivot reflects K Wave Media's commitment to embracing emerging technologies and adapting to the evolving financial landscape. By investing in Bitcoin infrastructure, the company positions itself at the forefront of digital asset integration within the entertainment industry. The partnership with Bitcoin Strategic Reserve KWM LLC underscores the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin and its associated technologies. As more companies explore the potential of digital assets, investments in infrastructure like the Lightning Network are becoming increasingly prevalent. K Wave Media's initiative may also influence other entertainment and media companies to consider similar ventures into the digital asset space. The integration of Bitcoin infrastructure could lead to new business models, revenue streams, and enhanced engagement with tech-savvy audiences.
