The Smarter Web Company’s UK IPO To Include Retail Access And Bitcoin Treasury Plan

Retail Access Confirmed for The Smarter Web Company’s IPO

The Smarter Web Company is offering retail investors in the UK a rare opportunity to participate in its upcoming IPO—providing access to a digital services firm that is also integrating a Bitcoin treasury strategy as part of its long-term financial plan.

Set to list on the Aquis Stock Exchange Growth Market on April 25, 2025, the company is raising up to £2 million through a combination of institutional and retail subscriptions. The retail offer is available via the Winterflood Retail Access Platform (WRAP) and will remain open until 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2025. Applications can be made using funds held within ISAs and…

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LATEST: Publicly Traded Firm HK Asia Holdings Buys 10 More Bitcoin for Balance Sheet

Hong Asia Holdings a Hong Kong-listed company has strengthened its asset allocation strategy by acquiring an additional 10 BTC valued at $806671. This move boosts the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 28.88 BTC positioning it as a significant player in the crypto space. Often compared to MicroStrategy Hong Asia Holdings continues to show confidence in the future of Bitcoin. By increasing its stake in cryptocurrency the company demonstrates its belief in the long-term potential of digital assets as part of a diversified portfolio. This strategic move reflects the growing trend of institutional investment in Bitcoin and highlights the increasing acceptance of crypto as a valuable asset class.

Meanwhile’s $40M raise was Framework Ventures’ ‘largest equity investment’

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Last week, Meanwhile announced a whopping $40 million raise co-led by Framework Ventures and Fulgur Ventures. 

However, the raise is a bit more significant than was initially reported. 

“This is the largest equity investment that Framework Ventures has ever made,” Framework’s Michael Anderson exclusively told me. 

If you’re not familiar, Meanwhile is a bitcoin life insurance company valued at $190 million after their Series A announcement. Oh, and here’s an interesting factoid: They only have 10 employees. 

“We’ve written all our own technology,” Zachary Townsend,…

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Bitcoin Miners Are Doubling Down

With all the current bearish sentiment and macroeconomic uncertainty swirling around both Bitcoin and the broader global economy, it might come as a surprise to see miners as bullish as ever. In this article, we’ll unpack the data that suggests Bitcoin miners are not just staying the course, they’re accelerating, doubling down at a time when many are pulling back. What exactly do they know that the broader market might be missing?

For a more in-depth look into this topic, check out a recent YouTube video here:Why Bitcoin Miners Are Doubling Down Right Now

Bitcoin Hash Rate Going Parabolic

Despite Bitcoin’s recent price underperformance, the Bitcoin Hashrate has…

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JUST IN: Saylor’s Strategy Stacks 3,459 Bitcoins, Growing its Crypto Treasure Chest

Michael Saylor’s Strategy has successfully expanded its Bitcoin portfolio adding 3,459 BTC valued at approximately $285.8 million. The acquisition price per Bitcoin stood at about $82,618 reflecting a strategic investment as the digital currency continues to gain market confidence. This year alone the investment has yielded a remarkable 11.4% return proving the company’s forward-thinking approach in the cryptocurrency landscape.

As of April 13 2025 Strategy’s total holdings amount to 531,644 BTC purchased for an estimated $35.92 billion with an average purchase price of $67,556 per Bitcoin. This substantial holding underscores a robust conviction in Bitcoin’s value and stability. Michael Saylor’s aggressive investment strategy highlights a significant endorsement of Bitcoin’s long-term potential further influencing the global finance and investment spheres.

Metaplanet Buys Additional ¥3.8 Billion Worth Of Bitcoin

Japanese technology firm Metaplanet has acquired an additional 319 bitcoin worth approximately ¥3.78 billion ($26.3 million), continuing its aggressive bitcoin accumulation strategy amid growing U.S.-China trade tensions.

The Tokyo-listed company purchased the bitcoin at an average price of ¥11.85 million ($83,147) per coin, according to a company announcement on Monday. The latest acquisition brings Metaplanet’s total bitcoin holdings to 4,525 BTC, with an aggregate cost basis of $408.1 million at an average purchase price of $90,194 per bitcoin.

The purchase comes as bitcoin experienced a slight decline over the weekend, dropping more than 2% to $83,482 during Asian trading…

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