Metaplanet's US Subsidiary Acquires Additional Bitcoin Ahead of Super League Deal

Metaplanet Holdings, Inc., the US subsidiary of Japan's Metaplanet Inc., has reportedly purchased an additional 4 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 7 BTC. This acquisition comes just ahead of a major deal to acquire Super League Enterprise, a company listed on Nasdaq.

The recent purchase adds to the 3 BTC already held by the subsidiary prior to this transaction. However, it is important to note that this claim has not been independently verified by major financial or crypto news outlets, and no public records have confirmed the discrete 4 BTC buy.

On August 18, 2026, Metaplanet announced plans to contribute 2,100 BTC along with $2.5 million in cash to acquire approximately 95.7% of Super League Enterprise. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, pending regulatory and Nasdaq approvals.

Super League shareholders approved the share issuance tied to the deal on October 16, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the transaction process. Once finalized, Super League will rebrand as Superplanet Inc., trading under the ticker SUPA, while continuing its existing gaming and media advertising operations.

This acquisition strategy allows Metaplanet to establish a presence in US capital markets without starting a new entity from scratch. The structure of the deal gives Metaplanet control through preferred stock, along with rights to invest up to $210 million, potentially enhancing liquidity for future Bitcoin acquisitions.

While the recent 4 BTC purchase may seem minor, the focus remains on the larger transaction and its implications for Metaplanet's positioning in the corporate Bitcoin treasury landscape.