La cadena de opciones muestra datos clave de las opciones de acciones de Strategy a varios precios de ejercicio y fechas de vencimiento. Los operadores utilizan esta información para analizar posibles operaciones y evaluar el sentimiento del mercado para Strategy..

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) Bolsa, Cadena de Opciones

MICROSTRATEGY INC-CL A

MicroStrategy

Strategy is a bitcoin treasury company and a provider of business intelligence services. It is designed to provide investors varying degrees of economic exposure to Bitcoin by offering a range of securities, including equity and fixed-income instruments. The company also provide industry AI-powered enterprise analytics software.

Hawthorne,,California,,Usa,-,July,5,,2022:,Spacex,Headquarters,In

Coverage of Bitcoin, Etherum, Ripple and all the latest digital currencies.

Cryptocurrency

$BTC

MSTR

TSLA

El martes, una billetera asociada a la compañía de tecnología espacial SpaceX transfirió más de 150 millones de dólares en Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), lo que marca su primera actividad en cadena en más de tres años.

SpaceX mueve millones en Bitcoin: así reaparece en la blockchain tras años de silencio

Apex,,North,Carolina,-,May,7,2025:,Strategy,Microstrategy,Mstr

News

MARA

MTPLF

RIOT

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR), una importante compañía institucional que posee una gran cantidad de Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), ha ampliado sus reservas de criptomonedas esta semana con una nueva adquisición de 6220 BTC.

Strategy amplía sus reservas y ya posee más de 600.000 bitcoins

Firenze,,Italy,November,11,,2024:,Cryptocurrency,Trader,Holding,Bitcoin,In

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) subió brevemente por encima de los 112 000 dólares el miércoles, alcanzando un nuevo máximo histórico y reavivando el debate sobre si el mercado de las criptomonedas está entrando en un nuevo ciclo alcista o si se está asentando en un período de 

Bitcoin supera los 112.000 dólares: ¿nuevo ciclo alcista o madurez institucional?

MicroStrategy Incorporated - Class A Common Stock

Strategy

WIIM

MSTR stock has given up its prior gain. Strategy shares were trading higher after Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target on the stock from $614 to $680.

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$138.5K</td>
<td>53.6K</td>
<td>123.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$32.4K</td>
<td>7.8K</td>
<td>24.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$123.0K</td>
<td>9.7K</td>
<td>17.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LRCX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$150.0K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$29.1K</td>
<td>30.6K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
<td>$32.8K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$520.0K</td>
<td>9.3K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$32.2K</td>
<td>7.0K</td>
<td>898</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRWV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$33.4K</td>
<td>985</td>
<td>651</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$40.1K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>587</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on August 1, 2025. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $138.5K, with a price of $277.0 per contract. There were 53661 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 123369 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 4 day(s) on August 1, 2025. This event was a transfer of 120 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.4K, with a price of $271.0 per contract. There were 7838 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 24049 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 18 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 665 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $123.0K, with a price of $185.0 per contract. There were 9772 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 17331 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LRCX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 53 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 2000 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $150.0K, with a price of $75.0 per contract. There were 2879 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5127 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 144 day(s) on December 19, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.1K, with a price of $291.0 per contract. There were 30618 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3621 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 4 day(s) on August 1, 2025. This event was a transfer of 48 contract(s) at a $520.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.8K, with a price of $685.0 per contract. There were 3291 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2142 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ORCL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 18 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $520.0K, with a price of $520.0 per contract. There were 9307 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1655 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 53 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.2K, with a price of $161.0 per contract. There were 7017 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 898 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CRWV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 18 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 85 contract(s) at a $125.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.4K, with a price of $406.0 per contract. There were 985 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 651 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 53 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.1K, with a price of $40133.0 per contract. There were 3565 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 587 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Options

AAPL

CRWV

LRCX

MSFT

NVDA

ORCL

PLTR

10 Information Technology Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), known for its consistent Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) accumulation streak, made no new Bitcoin purchases last week, according to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45744569/michael-saylors-strategy-to-outperform-bitcoin-heres-how-it-could-happen">SEC Form 8-K filing</a>.
What Happened: The company broke its pattern of weekly acquisitions, despite a social media post from Executive Chairman Michael Saylor that led many to anticipate another buy.
Saylor had referenced Strategy's inaugural Bitcoin acquisition from 2020—$250 million for 21,454 BTC at $11,654 each, fueling speculation of a new buy. 
However, the post turned out to be a retrospective rather than a signal. 
Strategy currently holds 607,770 BTC, acquired at an average price of $71,756, with the total portfolio now valued at approximately $43.61 billion, solidifying its position as the largest public corporate holder of Bitcoin.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46663393/paypal-rolls-out-new-crypto-feature-heres-why-you-should-care">PayPal Rolls Out New Crypto Feature: Here&#8217;s Why You Should Care</a>
Why It Matters: While Strategy hit pause, another player stepped in.
Sequans Communications S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQNS#NYSE">SQNS</a>), a cellular IoT semiconductor firm that has adopted Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset, <a href="https://sequans.com/sequans-acquires-755-additional-btc-and-now-holds-3072-btc/">announced</a> the purchase of 755 additional Bitcoin for approximately $88.5 million.
This follows an equity raise earlier in July, which funded the company's expanding Bitcoin strategy.
As of July 25, Sequans holds 3,072 BTC valued at $358.5 million, with an average acquisition cost of $116,690 per coin.
The company emphasized its long-term commitment to Bitcoin as a store of value and stated that future acquisitions may be funded by additional equity raises, operations, or IP monetization.
This puts Sequans among a growing group of non-crypto native firms using their balance sheets to build Bitcoin exposure, reminiscent of early moves by companies like Strategy in 2020.
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46658075/sui-joins-bitcoin-ethereum-with-its-own-treasury-company-look-whos-building-a-450-million-reserve">SUI Joins Bitcoin, Ethereum With Its Own Treasury Company: Look Who&#8217;s Building A $450 Million Reserve</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

SQNS

Strategy Announces No New Bitcoin Purchases—But Here's Who Bought 755 BTC

Mill City Ventures III, Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCVT#NASDAQ">MCVT</a>), a non-bank lender and specialty finance company, announced a $450 million private placement to adopt a Sui (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">SUI</a>) treasury strategy, marking a significant <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/07/46581609/xrp-gets-its-own-treasury-company-look-whos-building-a-20-million-xrp-reserve">shift toward blockchain investment</a>.
The company will allocate 98% of the net proceeds to acquire SUI tokens, the native cryptocurrency of the Sui blockchain, positioning itself as the sole SUI treasury supported by the Sui Foundation.
The private placement involves the sale of 83,025,830 shares of common stock at $5.42 per share, with the closing expected on or about July 31, subject to customary conditions.
Karatage Opportunities, a London-based hedge fund specializing in digital assets, and the Sui Foundation led the investment, joined by prominent firms like Galaxy Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLXY#NASDAQ">GLXY</a>), Pantera Capital, and Electric Capital. 
Galaxy Asset Management will serve as the asset manager. 
Mill City will acquire SUI tokens through open market purchases, institutional-grade deal flow, and a negotiated agreement with the Sui Foundation, providing a publicly traded structure with daily liquidity. 
This industry-first partnership with the Sui Foundation aims to leverage the blockchain's scalability, speed, and security for applications in stablecoins, AI, gaming, and finance. 
Upon closing, Karatage co-founders Marius Barnett and Stephen Mackintosh will assume roles as Chairman of the Board and Chief Investment Officer, respectively. 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46656298/bitcoin-may-turn-range-bound-soon-for-these-3-reasons-10x-research">Bitcoin May Turn Range-Bound Soon For These 3 Reasons: 10x Research</a>
Dana Wagner, a former general counsel at Square, will join as an independent board director. 
"We&#8217;re launching at a pivotal moment when institutional crypto and AI are reaching critical mass," said Stephen Mackintosh, proposed Chief Investment Officer. "Sui is well positioned for mass adoption with the efficiency institutions require." 
Christian Thompson, Managing Director at the Sui Foundation, emphasized, "Sui was built to support the next generation of decentralized applications and real-world crypto use-cases." 
Mill City will continue its short-term lending and specialty finance operations, allocating 2% of the proceeds to this business. 
The securities are offered under an exemption from registration under the Securities Act of 1933, with a registration statement for resale to be filed with the SEC. 
Other companies with altcoin treasury strategies include Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), which holds Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), and Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), with Bitcoin reserves, as reported by public SEC filings. 
Additionally, Marathon Digital Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>) maintains Bitcoin as a treasury asset, per its 2024 financial statements.
Also, BTCS Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTCS#NASDAQ">BTCS</a>) on Monday announced it has increased its Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) reserves by 14,240 ($55 million) to 70,028 ETH, citing a fair value of roughly $270 million.
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46655947/ethereum-native-treasuries-tipped-to-rival-wall-street-but-face-major-risks-bernstein">Ethereum-Native Treasuries Tipped To Rival Wall Street, But Face Major Risks: Bernstein</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

$ETH

$SUI

BTCS

GLXY

MCVT

SUI Joins Bitcoin, Ethereum With Its Own Treasury Company: Look Who's Building A $450 Million Reserve

Strategy shares are trading higher after Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target on the stock from $614 to $680.

Cantor Fitzgerald analyst Brett Knoblauch maintains Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $614 to $680.

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

Cantor Fitzgerald Maintains Overweight on Strategy, Raises Price Target to $680

Offerings

Strategy Files For Offering Of 28.0M Shares Of Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock; Says Stretch Preferred Stock Will Have Stated Amount Of $100 Per Share And Initial Liquidation Preference Of $100 Per Share

Electric vehicle company Volcon Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLCN#NASDAQ">VLCN</a>) on Friday announced it now holds 3,183.37 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), purchased for approximately $375 million at an average acquisition price of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46592191/elon-musks-tesla-sits-on-284-million-bitcoin-windfall-in-q2-refuses-to-cash-out">$117,697 per coin.</a>
What Happened: The <a href="https://ir.volcon.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/139/volcon-initiates-strategic-bitcoin-treasury-program-and">disclosure</a> establishes Volcon as one of the most aggressive publicly traded corporate accumulators of Bitcoin to date.
The company said it has also sold short-term Bitcoin put contracts at strike prices of $115,000, $116,000, and $117,000, allowing it to potentially acquire more BTC while generating premium income to reduce net acquisition costs. 
"Our treasury strategy reflects our conviction in Bitcoin as a durable, long-term store of value," said Ryan Lane, Co-CEO of Volcon. "We're focused on offering investors the most efficient and least dilutive means of gaining Bitcoin exposure through public equity."
In tandem with its Bitcoin accumulation, Volcon has expanded its stock repurchase authorization. 
The board approved a $100 million share buyback program to be executed over the next 24 months. 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46606847/will-us-banks-launch-their-own-stablecoins-bank-of-america-says-they-might">Will US Banks Launch Their Own Stablecoins? Bank Of America Says They Might</a>
According to the company, repurchases will be made opportunistically in open-market or private transactions, based on prevailing market conditions and share prices relative to net asset value (NAV).
The repurchase initiative is designed to support share value while increasing the BTC-per-share ratio when the stock trades below NAV. 
The company said it intends to fund any buybacks through its existing cash reserves.
Why It Matters: Volcon's move follows a broader trend of publicly traded companies using Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset.
MicroStrategy, now rebranded as Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), continues to be the largest corporate holder of BTC, joined by other prominent holders like Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Block (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XYZ#NYSE">XYZ</a>).
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46604913/after-3-5b-bitcoin-windfall-tim-draper-reloads-with-fund-8-heres-whats-coming">After $3.5B Bitcoin Windfall, Tim Draper Reloads With Fund 8—Here&#8217;s What&#8217;s Coming</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

VLCN

Another Nasdaq-Listed EV Company Joins Tesla As Bitcoin Holder: Here's Who (And How Much It Bought)

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$510.00</td>
<td>$44.9K</td>
<td>20.1K</td>
<td>16.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$25.8K</td>
<td>18.6K</td>
<td>14.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
<td>$47.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>9.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>993</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$43.6K</td>
<td>22.1K</td>
<td>5.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CRWV</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$36.4K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/08/25</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$26.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FRSH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$129.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
<td>$104.5K</td>
<td>10.6K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>U</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$25.7K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, is expiring today. Parties traded 84 contract(s) at a $510.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.9K, with a price of $535.0 per contract. There were 20165 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 16922 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 7 day(s) on August 1, 2025. This event was a transfer of 60 contract(s) at a $215.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.8K, with a price of $430.0 per contract. There were 18632 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 14183 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on August 1, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $425.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 12 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.0K, with a price of $470.0 per contract. There were 1459 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9028 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 7 day(s) on August 1, 2025. This event was a transfer of 166 contract(s) at a $112.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $187.0 per contract. There were 993 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7408 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 539 day(s) on January 15, 2027. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.6K, with a price of $218.0 per contract. There were 22136 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5952 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CRWV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on August 1, 2025. Parties traded 8 contract(s) at a $160.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.4K, with a price of $4556.0 per contract. There were 2042 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3660 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on August 8, 2025. Parties traded 237 contract(s) at a $17.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.0K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 1432 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3030 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FRSH (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRSH#NASDAQ">FRSH</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 21 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 3000 contract(s) at a $12.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $129.0K, with a price of $43.0 per contract. There were 1373 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3016 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CSCO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 21 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 2050 contract(s) at a $72.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $104.5K, with a price of $51.0 per contract. There were 10631 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2078 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For U (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 56 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 155 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.7K, with a price of $166.0 per contract. There were 3075 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1337 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

CSCO

FRSH

INTC

10 Information Technology Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) on Friday announced it has increased its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46520495/strategy-buys-6220-btc-boosts-bitcoin-war-chest-to-607770">initial public offering</a> from $500 million to $2.521 billion to fund Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) purchases.
What Happened: The offering, <a href="https://www.strategy.com/press/strategy-announces-pricing-of-strc-perpetual-preferred-stock_07-25-2025">priced</a> on July 24, involves 28,011,111 shares of Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock (STRC) at $90 per share, with net proceeds estimated at $2.474 billion after expenses.
The STRC stock, set to settle on July 29, carries a 9% initial annual dividend, payable monthly starting August 31.
Strategy plans to use the proceeds primarily for acquiring Bitcoin and for working capital. 
The company, which holds 607,770 BTC valued at approximately $72.4 billion, is the world's largest publicly traded Bitcoin treasury company.
Strategy's move aligns with its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy, pioneered by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor since 2020. 
The firm's stock has <a href="https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-strategy-raises-500-million-boost-bitcoin-holdings-71-billion-2507/">risen</a> over 2,860% since adopting Bitcoin as its primary treasury asset, reflecting strong investor confidence despite concerns about valuation premiums.
Why It Matters: Other companies have followed Strategy's lead in adopting Bitcoin as a treasury asset.
Trump Media (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>) raised $2.5 billion in 2025 to invest in Bitcoin, aiming to diversify its revenue. 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46627175/4000-is-ethereums-last-hurdle-before-price-discovery-says-galaxy-digitals-mike-novogratz">$4,000 Is Ethereum&#8217;s Last Hurdle Before Price Discovery, Says Galaxy Digital&#8217;s Mike Novogratz</a>
GameStop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) acquired 4,710 BTC for $497 million, while Paris Saint-Germain and K33 also established Bitcoin treasuries. 
Globally, 140 publicly traded companies now hold Bitcoin.
Other Firms With Bitcoin Treasuries
Strategy remains the dominant player, but it is not alone. 
Other publicly traded companies that have adopted Bitcoin as part of their treasury strategy include:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>): Held approximately 10,500 BTC at one point, initially purchasing $1.5 billion worth in 2021.</li>
<li>Block Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>): Formerly Square, the payments company has repeatedly invested in Bitcoin since 2020.</li>
<li>Marathon Digital Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>) and Hut 8 Mining (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUT#NASDAQ">HUT</a>): Both firms hold substantial BTC reserves as part of their operational and balance sheet strategies.</li>
<li>Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>): Holds Bitcoin both as an operational necessity and a balance sheet reserve.</li>
</ul>
What&#8217;s Next: The corporate Bitcoin adoption trend was accelerated after U.S. accounting rules changed in 2024, allowing for fair value accounting of crypto assets, reducing the reporting friction associated with volatility on financial statements.
The STRC offering, managed by Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), Barclays (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCS#NYSE">BCS</a>), Moelis &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MC#NYSE">MC</a>), and TD Securities, allows Strategy to adjust dividends based on market conditions, with restrictions on reductions. 
The stock can be redeemed at $101 per share after listing on major exchanges, ensuring flexibility for the company.
Strategy's capital-raising efforts, including prior $4.2 billion STRD offerings, support its "42/42" plan to raise $84 billion by 2027 for Bitcoin acquisitions. 
The firm's Bitcoin holdings, representing 3% of the total 21 million BTC supply, underscore its dominant position in the corporate crypto space.
Analysts remain divided on Strategy's strategy. 
Some, like Canaccord Genuity, see a rational approach, while others question the sustainability of its premium valuation if Bitcoin prices fall. 
Saylor, however, asserts the company's capital structure can withstand significant market downturns.
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46619087/gold-backed-stablecoin-debuts-as-payment-method-for-african-content-creators">Gold-Backed Stablecoin Debuts As Payment Method For African Content Creators</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

COIN

Strategy Upsizes $500 Million IPO To $2.5 Billion: Which Other Companies Are Buying Bitcoin?

Davis Commodities Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DTCK#NASDAQ">DTCK</a>), a Singapore-based agricultural trading firm, today announced a strategic review of a Fractal Bitcoin Reserve (FBR) model and tokenized ESG commodity infrastructure, in light of growing institutional interest in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, programmable finance, and blockchain-linked treasury tools.
These evaluations come as part of the company's broader capital strategy roadmap, which aligns with a projected $16 trillion global RWA tokenization market by 2030, according to industry forecasts. The company also cited the expanding use of Bitcoin as a corporate treasury asset—an approach pioneered by U.S. firms like Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>)—as an inspiration for treasury diversification.

DTCK

Davis Commodities Announces Strategic Review Of Fractal Bitcoin Reserve Model And Tokenized ESG Commodity Infrastructure Amid $16 Trillion Digital Asset Surge

Strategy&#x2122; (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering on July 24, 2025 of 28,011,111 shares of Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock (the "STRC Stock"), at a public offering price of $90 per share. The issuance and sale of the STRC Stock is scheduled to settle on July 29, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.
Strategy estimates that the net proceeds to it from the offering will be approximately $2.474 billion, after deducting the underwriting discounts and commissions and Strategy's estimated offering expenses. Strategy intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes, including the acquisition of bitcoin and for working capital.
The STRC Stock will accumulate cumulative dividends at a variable rate (as described below) per annum on the stated amount of $100 per share (the "stated amount") thereof. Regular dividends on the STRC Stock will be payable when, as and if declared by Strategy's board of directors or any duly authorized committee thereof, out of funds legally available for their payment, monthly in arrears on the last calendar day of each calendar month, beginning on August 31, 2025. The initial monthly regular dividend rate per annum will be 9.00%. However, Strategy will have the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to adjust the monthly regular dividend rate per annum applicable to subsequent regular dividend periods. Strategy's right to adjust the monthly regular dividend rate per annum will be subject to certain restrictions. For example, Strategy will not be permitted to reduce the monthly regular dividend rate per annum that will apply to any regular dividend period (i) by more than the following amount from the monthly regular dividend rate per annum applicable to the prior regular dividend period: the sum of (1) 25 basis points; and (2) the excess, if any, of (x) the one-month term SOFR rate on the first business day of such prior regular dividend period, over (y) the minimum of the one-month term SOFR rates that occur on the business days during the period from, and including, the first business day of such prior regular dividend period to, and including, the last business day of such prior regular dividend period; or (ii) to a rate per annum that is less than the one-month term SOFR rate in effect on the business day before Strategy provides notice of the next monthly regular dividend rate per annum. In addition, Strategy will not be entitled to elect to reduce the monthly regular dividend rate per annum unless all accumulated regular dividends, if any, on the STRC Stock then outstanding for all prior completed regular dividend periods, if any, have been paid in full. Strategy's current intention (which is subject to change in Strategy's sole and absolute discretion) is to adjust the monthly regular dividend rate per annum in such manner as Strategy believes will maintain STRC Stock's trading price at or close to its stated amount of $100 per share. Declared regular dividends on the STRC Stock will be payable solely in cash. In the event that any accumulated regular dividend on the STRC Stock is not paid on the applicable regular dividend payment date, then additional regular dividends ("compounded dividends") will accumulate on the amount of such unpaid regular dividend, compounded monthly on each subsequent regular dividend payment date at the monthly regular dividend rate per annum applicable to the relevant regular dividend period, from, and including, the calendar day after such regular dividend payment date to, and including, the date the same, including all compounded dividends thereon, is paid in full.

Strategy Announces Pricing Of IPO Of STRC Stock At $90 Per Share Scheduled To Settle On July 29, 2025 With Net Proceeds From The Offering Expected To Be ~$2.474B

Michael Saylor's Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) holding company, Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), increased the size of its latest preferred equity issuance to $2 billion from $500 million, according to a Thursday report.
What Happened: Strategy boosted its Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock offering, announced earlier this week, Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-24/saylor-s-strategy-expands-preferred-stock-offering-to-2-billion">reported</a>, citing sources familiar with the matter. The company previously disclosed a plan to issue 5 million shares.
The proceeds are meant to be channeled for general corporate purposes, including Bitcoin acquisitions.
Strategy intends to price the shares, which carry an initial dividend of 9%, at $90 each, marking a discount to the earlier face value of $100 apiece, the report said.&nbsp; Unlike its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45567005/strategy-mstr-stock-rises-on-2-1b-preferred-stock-offering-bitcoin-all-time-high">other preferred stock offerings</a>, the STRC will pay cumulative dividends at a variable rate.
A preferred stock <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-preferred-stock#:~:text=Preferred%20stock%20carries%20less%20risk,flow%20of%20the%20general%20market.">has priority over common stock</a> in terms of dividend payments and asset distribution during liquidation.
Strategy did not immediately respond to Benzinga&#8217;s request for confirmation.
See Also:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44621245/gold-backed-cryptos-match-yellow-metals-highs-following-trumps-liberation-day-shock"> </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46612914/bitcoin-could-go-to-300000-before-great-depression-crisis-traders-argue">Bitcoin Could Go To $300,000 Before &#8216;Great Depression&#8217; Crisis, Traders Argue</a>
Why It Matters: Strategy has front-run Bitcoin&#8217;s corporate adoption,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45837005/strategy-buys-another-110-million-in-bitcoin-now-holds-582000-btc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">building its reserve</a>&nbsp;with proceeds from common stock, preferred stock, and convertible bond issuances. The firm held a stash of more than 607,770 BTC, worth over $70 billion as of this writing,&nbsp;<a href="https://bitcointreasuries.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">according&nbsp;</a>to&nbsp;bitcointreasuries.net, cornering over 3% of the total circulating supply.
The preferred stock strategy capitalizes on what Saylor has described as a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45417306/michael-saylors-bitcoin-strategy-infinite-money-glitch-or-a-reflexive-leverage-bet" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">"quadratically reflexive, engineered instrument"</a>&nbsp;that allows Strategy to issue shares at premiums to Bitcoin's value, effectively acquiring BTC at discounts.
Price Action:&nbsp; At the time of writing, BTC was exchanging hands at $115,317, down 2.71% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. 
Shares of Strategy fell 0.44% in after-hours trading after closing 0.55% higher at $414.92&nbsp;during Thursday's regular trading session, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. Year-to-date, the stock has gained 43.26%.
MSTR recorded an impressive Momentum score as of this writing. If you are looking to set aside similar high-momentum stocks for your portfolio, go to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings</a> for assistance.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="191" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/25000647/image-380.png" alt="" class="wp-image-1000034" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/25000647/image-380.png 960w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/25000647/image-380-300x60.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/25000647/image-380-768x153.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a></figure>
Photo courtesy: PJ McDonnell / Shutterstock.com
Read Next:&nbsp;
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46486386/tom-lee-says-michael-saylor-led-strategys-35x-surge-wasnt-just-bitcoin-treasury-moves-far-more-significant-than-token-price-gain">Tom Lee Says Michael Saylor-Led Strategy&#8217;s 35x Surge Wasn&#8217;t Just Bitcoin — Treasury Moves &#8216;Far More Significant&#8217; Than Token Price Gain</a></li>
</ul>

Michael Saylor's Strategy Is Amping Up Its Preferred Stock Offering From $500 Million To $2 Billion For Buying Bitcoin: Report

Major altcoins led by Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) and Ripple&#8216;s XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>) posted sharp declines on Thursday, reversing gains from a strong rally earlier this month.
What Happened: The broader cryptocurrency market experienced a notable selloff, with experts pointing to both overheated momentum and emerging signs of a corrective phase, even as structural fundamentals continue to strengthen.
According to data, Ethereum dropped 2%, while XRP fell by over 10%, leading losses among large-cap tokens. 
Other altcoins including BNB (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bnb/usd">BNB</a>), Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>), Cardano (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ada/usd">ADA</a>), Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>), and Tron (CRYPTO: TRON) also registered losses exceeding 4%.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), in contrast, edged slightly higher, gaining 0.26% and maintaining relative stability during the downturn.
What Experts Are Saying: In a note sent to Benzinga, James Harris, CEO of institutional crypto firm Tesseract, said the market's recent surge to a $4 trillion total market cap was driven by a "powerful trifecta" of supportive forces, but he cautioned that these tailwinds come with their own risks.
"The rally has been underpinned by structural regulatory wins, improving macro conditions, and growing corporate treasury involvement," Harris explained. 
He noted that new U.S. legislation such as the GENIUS Act and progress on the CLARITY bill have triggered a sharp turnaround in institutional sentiment.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/07/46581609/xrp-gets-its-own-treasury-company-look-whos-building-a-20-million-xrp-reserve">XRP Gets Its Own Treasury Company: Look Who&#8217;s Building A $20 Million XRP Reserve</a>
"Bitcoin jumped 10–15% after the legislation moved forward, and altcoins like ETH outpaced that," he said.
Harris also cited improving inflation data and expectations for interest rate cuts as key macroeconomic drivers behind the current risk-on sentiment. 
"As central banks around the world begin to shift toward easing, capital is flowing into assets like crypto that sit higher on the risk curve," he said.
Beyond the macro and regulatory backdrop, Harris pointed to a growing trend of public companies treating digital assets as treasury reserves. 
"Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) added over 20,000 BTC this year alone, and others are following," he noted. "We're seeing listed firms buying ETH, SOL, and even making those moves public — a self-reinforcing loop."
However, that same bullish setup could quickly unravel, Harris warned. "While momentum is strong, these forces can reverse quickly. Disciplined risk management remains essential."
Alex Kuptsikevich, Chief Market Analyst at FxPro, offered a more near-term technical outlook. 
"Altcoins, which had been fueling the rally, have sold off aggressively. Nearly half of the top 100 altcoins are posting double-digit losses," he said.
He also observed a narrowing range in Bitcoin's price movement:
"BTC's stability is critical. If it drops to $111,000, it would complete a textbook corrective pattern," Kuptsikevich added, warning that continued weakness could intensify bearish sentiment across the entire crypto market.
Despite recent ETF outflows in Bitcoin, Kuptsikevich noted that Ethereum continues to attract fresh capital into funds, highlighting diverging investor sentiment between the two largest assets.
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46579590/altcoin-speculation-surges-is-crypto-headed-for-a-leverage-fueled-meltdown">Altcoin Speculation Surges: Is Crypto Headed For A Leverage-Fueled Meltdown?</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

$ADA

$BNB

$DOGE

$SOL

$XRP

Ethereum, XRP Sink While Bitcoin Holds: What's Going On With Altcoins?

Cryptocurrency analyst Willy Woo said Wednesday that while HODLing is an important aspect of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) investment, there was nothing wrong with periodic selling to reduce supply centralization.
What Happened: In an X post on Tuesday, Woo was justifying his decision to dump all of his Bitcoin holdings.
He acknowledged that self-custody HODLing is &#8220;incredibly important,&#8221; but there are exceptions to the rule.
&#8220;Consider whales, they HODL large concentrations of the supply and are a risk to the system. Whales divesting gradually (as they do in every bull market) is a good thing,&#8221; the Bitcoin maximalist said.
<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"> 
<div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Self custody hodling is incredibly important. It makes BTC unruggable, gold got rugged into fiat by centralising the supply. Rules have exceptions: Consider whales, they hodl large concentrations of the supply and are a risk to the system. Whales divesting gradually (as they… <a href="https://t.co/k8gR2bhZ2V">pic.twitter.com/k8gR2bhZ2V</a>
&mdash; Willy Woo (@woonomic) <a href="https://twitter.com/woonomic/status/1947624250224840981?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
</figure>
See Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46592191/elon-musks-tesla-sits-on-284-million-bitcoin-windfall-in-q2-refuses-to-cash-out">Elon Musk&#8217;s Tesla Sits On $284 Million Bitcoin Windfall In Q2, Refuses to Cash Out</a>
Though not a whale himself, Woo said that he prefers to reinvest his holdings in Bitcoin&#8217;s infrastructure and contribute to the network&#8217;s growth.
&#8220;I&#8217;ll do just fine riding the picks and shovels,&#8221; he added.
Why It Matters: Woo&#8217;s remarks coincided with growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin, led by exchange-traded funds and treasury companies like Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), which critics such as Peter Schiff have described as a shift from decentralized adoption to centralized buying.
Notably, retail ownership accounted for roughly 88% of Bitcoin&#8217;s circulating supply, while large holders held just 12% of the total,&nbsp;<a href="https://app.intotheblock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">according</a>&nbsp;to IntoTheBlock.
Moreover, corporations, both public and private, held a combined total of 1.21 million BTC,&nbsp;<a href="https://bitcointreasuries.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">according</a>&nbsp;to BItcoin Treasuries, which is only 6% of the total circulation supply.
Price Action:&nbsp; At the time of writing, Bitcoin was exchanging hands at $$118,381.40, up 0.31% in the last 24 hours, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
Read Next:&nbsp;
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46593175/jim-cramer-says-hes-buying-a-lot-of-bitcoin-as-protection-against-spiraling-us-debt-worried" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jim Cramer Says He&#8217;s Buying &#8216;A Lot&#8217; Of Bitcoin As Protection Against Spiraling US Debt: &#8216;Worried About My Kids&#8217;</a></li>
</ul>
Disclaimer:&nbsp;This content was partially produced with the help of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/benzinga-neuro" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Neuro</a>&nbsp;and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/apis?utm_source=benzinga.com&amp;utm_campaign=article-bottom" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"></a>
Photo courtesy: Shutterstock

Bitcoin HODLing Incredibly Important, But Periodic Selling Helps Reduce Supply Centralization, Says Analyst

Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest is betting on the transformative potential of smart contract Layer-1 tokens like Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) in decentralized finance, the company&#8217;s leading cryptocurrency analyst said on Wednesday.
What Happened: Lorenzo Valiente, Director of Research at Ark, described smart&nbsp;contract Layer-1 tokens as a &#8220;distinct and transformative asset class.&#8221;
He specifically discussed Ethereum, highlighting some of its properties, such as its ability to secure&nbsp;the on-chain economy via proof-of-stake,&nbsp;enable transactions and act&nbsp;as programmable collateral at the&nbsp;protocol layer.
&#8220;Given these unique properties, we're excited to explore purpose-built investment vehicles and strategies tailored to this emerging landscape,&#8221; Valiente said. Ark CEO Wood reposted his X post.
<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"> 
<div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">We think crypto, particularly smart contract L1 tokens, represents a distinct and transformative asset class. Ethereum stands out as foundational: it secures the on-chain economy via proof-of-stake, enables transactions, and acts as programmable collateral at the protocol layer.… <a href="https://t.co/8S7E22yH21">https://t.co/8S7E22yH21</a>
&mdash; Lorenzo Valente (@LorenzoARK) <a href="https://twitter.com/LorenzoARK/status/1948002026777976891?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2025</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
</figure>
See Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46579590/altcoin-speculation-surges-is-crypto-headed-for-a-leverage-fueled-meltdown">Altcoin Speculation Surges: Is Crypto Headed For A Leverage-Fueled Meltdown?</a>
Why It Matters: Valiente&#8217;s remarks come in the wake of Ark&#8217;s major equity investment in BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMNR#AMEX">BMNR</a>), a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46553678/cathie-wood-joins-crypto-heavyweights-in-backing-bitmines-ethereum-play">mining firm that recently transitioned</a> to an Ethereum-focused treasury strategy. Ark acquired nearly 4.8 million shares,&nbsp;valued at $182 million.
Thomas "Tom" Lee, Chairman of BitMine's Board of Directors, deemed Ethereum <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/07/46375324/tom-lee-ethereum-not-solana-is-the-preferred-choice-for-jp-morgan-robinhood-circle-to-build-on">&#8220;the preferred choice for Wall Street,&#8221; </a>citing JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) and Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), which are building <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/06/45998961/ethereum-l2-chosen-for-jpmorgans-new-step-in-public-blockchain-space">stable coin</a> and tokenization infrastructure on the network, respectively. Notably, the world's largest asset manager,&nbsp;BlackRock,&nbsp;also introduced its Ethereum-powered&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39863203/blackrocks-buidl-tokenization-fund-hits-500m-in-assets-under-management" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">tokenized U.S. Treasury product</a>, BUIDL, last year.
Price Action: At the time of writing, ETH was trading at $3,650.99, down 1.99% in the last 24 hours, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
BitMine shares closed 2.06% lower at $39.50 on Wednesday. Year-to-date, the stock has exploded 406%.
As of this writing, the stock demonstrated a very high Momentum score. Visit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings</a> to see how&nbsp;Strategy Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), the pioneer of cryptocurrency treasury, stacks up.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="447" height="190" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/24013224/image-349.png" alt="" class="wp-image-998304" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/24013224/image-349.png 447w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/24013224/image-349-300x128.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 447px) 100vw, 447px" /></figure>
Photo Courtesy: VPLAB On Shutterstock.com
Read Next:&nbsp;
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46567973/ethereum-treasury-company-trend-will-accelerate-says-bitwises-matt-hougan-heres-what-it-means-for-eths-price">Ethereum Treasury Company Trend &#8216;Will Accelerate&#8217;, Says Bitwise&#8217;s Matt Hougan—Here&#8217;s What It Means For ETH&#8217;s Price</a></li>
</ul>
Disclaimer:&nbsp;This content was partially produced with the help of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/benzinga-neuro" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Neuro</a>&nbsp;and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/apis?utm_source=benzinga.com&amp;utm_campaign=article-bottom" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"></a>

BMNR

HOOD

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Mulling 'Purpose-Built' Ethereum Investment Tools, Says Analyst After Firm Buys $180 Million Stake In Tom Lee-Led ETH Treasury Company

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$160.0K</td>
<td>53.3K</td>
<td>125.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$63.5K</td>
<td>9.2K</td>
<td>36.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$35.2K</td>
<td>10.3K</td>
<td>14.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$172.50</td>
<td>$34.2K</td>
<td>20.2K</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$91.4K</td>
<td>7.3K</td>
<td>7.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CIFR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$75.3K</td>
<td>8.0K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$341.0K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/25/25</td>
<td>$18.50</td>
<td>$30.5K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$37.7K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/01/25</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$47.9K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 2 day(s) on July 25, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1032 contract(s) at a $215.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $160.0K, with a price of $155.0 per contract. There were 53303 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 125342 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on July 25, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1980 contract(s) at a $17.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $63.5K, with a price of $32.0 per contract. There were 9285 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 36032 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 2 day(s) on July 25, 2025. This event was a transfer of 101 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.2K, with a price of $350.0 per contract. There were 10317 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 14855 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on August 1, 2025. Parties traded 151 contract(s) at a $172.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.2K, with a price of $227.0 per contract. There were 20262 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 12926 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ENPH (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 23 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 101 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $91.4K, with a price of $905.0 per contract. There were 7328 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7065 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CIFR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIFR#NASDAQ">CIFR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 23 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 3427 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $75.3K, with a price of $22.0 per contract. There were 8090 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6915 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 2 day(s) on July 25, 2025. This event was a transfer of 246 contract(s) at a $420.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $341.0K, with a price of $1378.0 per contract. There were 4839 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3783 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding S (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on July 25, 2025. Parties traded 244 contract(s) at a $18.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 40 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.5K, with a price of $125.0 per contract. There were 4056 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2878 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For APH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APH#NYSE">APH</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 23 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.7K, with a price of $378.0 per contract. There were 2139 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2063 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 9 day(s) on August 1, 2025. This event was a transfer of 461 contract(s) at a $115.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.9K, with a price of $104.0 per contract. There were 2576 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1328 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

CIFR

ENPH

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46403158/whats-going-on-with-marathon-digital-holdings-shares-today">Bitcoin mining company</a> Marathon Digital Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>) on Wednesday announced plans to raise up to $1 billion through a private offering of zero-coupon convertible senior notes due 2032, according to a recent SEC filing.
The offering begins at $850 million, with an option allowing initial purchasers to buy an additional $150 million in notes. Only qualified institutional buyers are eligible to participate in the transaction, <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1507605/000095014225001988/eh250657076_ex9901.htm">according</a> to an SEC filing.
These notes will carry no regular interest payments and may be converted into cash, MARA shares, or a combination of both, based on the investor's preference. 
The notes mature in August 2032, although holders can request redemption in August 2030 under certain conditions tied to MARA's stock performance.
Marathon will also have the ability to redeem the notes starting in 2030, if specific pricing thresholds are met.
The company intends to allocate up to $50 million from the proceeds to buy back part of its existing 1% convertible notes due in 2026, aiming to reduce near-term debt. 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46567973/ethereum-treasury-company-trend-will-accelerate-says-bitwises-matt-hougan-heres-what-it-means-for-eths-price">Ethereum Treasury Company Trend &#8216;Will Accelerate&#8217;, Says Bitwise&#8217;s Matt Hougan—Here&#8217;s What It Means For ETH&#8217;s Price</a>
The remaining capital will support Bitcoin purchases, operational costs, infrastructure development, and potential strategic acquisitions, the filing stated.
A portion of the proceeds will be used for "capped call" transactions, a financial hedge designed to limit stock dilution if the notes are converted to equity, helping preserve shareholder value.
Marathon is currently the second-largest public holder of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), with 50,000 BTC valued at approximately $5.9 billion, according to data from Bitcoin Treasuries. 
This puts it behind only Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) in terms of corporate Bitcoin reserves, and well ahead of its mining sector peers.
Despite the announcement, MARA stock fell more than 4% to $19.05 in Wednesday's pre-market trading session.
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46566846/us-economic-fascism-will-pump-bitcoin-to-250000-eth-to-10000-arthur-hayes-predicts">US &#8216;Economic Fascism&#8217; Will Pump Bitcoin To $250,000, ETH To $10,000, Arthur Hayes Predicts</a></li>
</ul>
Image created using artificial intelligence with Midjourney.

Why Is Marathon Raising $1B Without Paying Interest? The Real Bet Behind Its Bold Bitcoin Move

South Korea's financial regulator has reiterated its stance against institutional investment in crypto-related firms, advising domestic asset managers to limit their exposure to companies such as Coinbase (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) and Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-spot-bitcoin-etfs">in ETF portfolios.</a>
What Happened: According to a local news <a href="https://biz.heraldcorp.com/article/10537670?ref=naver">report</a>, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) recently issued verbal guidance to several asset management firms.
The notice discouraged expanding holdings in businesses linked to virtual assets, referencing the 2017 administrative order that bars financial institutions from purchasing, holding, or investing in crypto assets or related equities.
While the latest directive does not carry the weight of a formal regulation, it reflects continued caution from regulators as local ETFs increasingly allocate capital to crypto-affiliated companies. 
Officials emphasized that existing restrictions remain valid until new legal frameworks are put in place.
An FSS representative confirmed the advisory, explaining, "Although deregulation efforts are underway in both the U.S. and South Korea, no formal legal structure has yet been implemented. Until that happens, current guidelines should be followed."
Why It Matters: The move comes amid a rise in domestic ETFs gaining significant exposure to crypto-related stocks. Several listed products now exceed a 10% allocation in such equities.
Korea Investment Trust Management's ACE US Stock Bestseller ETF, for example, holds Coinbase at a weight of 14.59%. 
KoACT's active Nasdaq Growth Company ETF has 13.48% exposure split between Coinbase and Strategy, while other ETFs hold similar proportions in blockchain or exchange-linked firms.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46549894/justice-department-drops-case-against-kraken-founder-jesse-powell">Justice Department Drops Case Against Kraken Founder Jesse Powell</a>
These allocations have raised regulatory flags, particularly as global investor sentiment tilts toward crypto-friendly assets. 
However, ETF managers note the difficulty in complying immediately, especially for passive ETFs that are bound by external index providers. Changing these allocations would require revising the index methodology itself.
"We understand the caution from regulators, but passive ETFs cannot arbitrarily adjust their holdings without deviating from their tracking index," one asset management professional said.
FSS officials acknowledged this limitation, clarifying that the guidance was not a call for immediate divestment, but rather a signal to approach the design of future ETFs with greater restraint until the regulatory landscape evolves.
Industry voices have also raised concerns over fairness, pointing out that Korean investors can still gain exposure to the same crypto-linked companies via overseas ETFs. "Restricting domestic ETFs alone won't stem capital flows. Investors are already accessing these assets through U.S.-listed products," one executive commented.
The discussion also reflects broader market dynamics, as U.S. policy under the Trump administration's second term has reportedly supported crypto adoption. 
Coupled with domestic political promises such as Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung's proposal to allow a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) spot ETF expectations for relaxed crypto regulations in Korea have increased.
Read Next: 
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46548652/telegram-bots-reshape-avalanche-trading-but-are-they-the-future-of-defi-ux-or-just-a-shortcut">Telegram Bots Reshape Avalanche Trading, But Are They The Future Of DeFi UX Or Just A Shortcut?</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

Coinbase, Strategy Under The Microscope In South Korea's ETF Market—Should You Be Concerned?

A wallet associated with space technology company SpaceX transferred over $150 million in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) Tuesday, marking its first on-chain activity in over three years.
What Happened: On-chain analytics platform Arkham detected a transaction of 1,308 BTC, worth $154.40 million, from a wallet tied to the Elon Musk-led firm&nbsp;to a previously inactive wallet.&nbsp;This is the first outbound transfer recorded from this wallet since June 10, 2022.
The recipient wallet remains unidentified, with no activity observed since the transfer. In 2022, the same wallet transferred 3,505 BTC, valued at $102 million, to Coinbase. 
<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"> 
<div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">BREAKING: SPACEX JUST MOVED BITCOIN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 3 YEARS They sent 1.3K BTC ($153M) to a fresh address this morning. Cycling custody wallets or moving to sell? <a href="https://t.co/bFkhkjYdho">pic.twitter.com/bFkhkjYdho</a>
&mdash; Arkham (@arkham) <a href="https://twitter.com/arkham/status/1947580429491392829?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
</figure>
See Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46543876/jamie-dimon-once-called-bitcoin-a-fraud-now-jpmorgan-might-lend-against-it" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jamie Dimon Once Called Bitcoin A &#8216;Fraud&#8217;—Now JPMorgan Might Lend Against It</a>
It was unclear whether the movement signaled an impending sale, internal reallocation or ownership changes. SpaceX didn&#8217;t immediately return Benzinga&#8217;s request for comment.
According to Arkham&#8217;s data, SpaceX still has 6,977 BTC, worth $836 million at current prices, making it one of the largest privately held corporate Bitcoin holders.
behind companies like Strategy (MSTR) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), also owned by Musk.
Why It Matters: Musk-led companies have invested in Bitcoin, including Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), which <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44940871/elon-musk-led-tesla-reports-125-million-in-unrealized-losses-on-bitcoin-after-top-crypto-d">holds</a> 11,509 BTC, worth $1.38 billion. In fact, Tesla is placed among the top 10 corporate holders of the apex cryptocurrency, <a href="https://bitcointreasuries.net/">according </a>to Bitcoin Treasuries.
Earlier this month, he said that his new political venture, the &#8216;America Party&#8217;, would&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46267642/elon-musk-says-his-america-party-will-embrace-bitcoin-fiat-is-hopeless">embrace Bitcoin</a>, calling fiat currency &#8216;hopeless&#8217;.
Price Action:&nbsp; At the time of writing, BTC was exchanging hands at $119.576.17, up 2.05% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
The TSLA stock ranked high on the Growth score as of this writing. To check how it compares to&nbsp;Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), the largest Bitcoin corporate holder, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings</a>.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="447" height="192" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/22213335/image-315.png" alt="" class="wp-image-996295" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/22213335/image-315.png 447w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/22213335/image-315-300x129.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 447px) 100vw, 447px" /></a></figure>
Read Next:&nbsp;
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46547741/peter-thiel-and-cathie-wood-just-boarded-tom-lees-ether-rocket" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Peter Thiel And Cathie Wood Just Boarded Tom Lee&#8217;s Ether Rocket</a></li>
</ul>
Photo Courtesy: JHVEPhoto on Shutterstock.com

Elon Musk's SpaceX Moves Its Bitcoin For First Time In 3 Years, Analytics Firm Notes Over $150 Million Worth Of Coins Moved To Fresh Address

Legal

Press Releases

FINAL STRATEGY DEADLINE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Urges Investors in Strategy Incorporated (MSTR) to Inquire About Their Rights in Class Action Lawsuit

Strategy Announces Earnings Release Date and Live Video Webinar for Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

STRATEGY INVESTIGATION ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Strategy Incorporated on Behalf of Long-Term Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Strategy Announces Proposed Initial Public Offering of STRC Stock

Global Blockchain Artificial Intelligence Market Size Estimated to Reach $4.33 Billion By 2034

Roundhill Investments Launches Five Additional WeeklyPay™ ETFs

Dynamite Blockchain Outlines Utility Token Strategy

Strategy Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering of STRC Stock

Davis Commodities Reviews Bitcoin Reserve Model and Tokenized ESG Infrastructure Amid $16 Trillion Digital Asset Surge

Fintech

U.S.-Listed Mega Matrix Enters Stablecoin Sector with Strategic Transformation and $16 Million Financing

AMZN

AVGO

BTBT

CRYBF

CSE:ISTK

CSE:KAS

DEFT

GOOGL

ISTKF

NFLX

SBET

STRD

STRF

STRK

TSX:GLXY

Adobe

Autodesk

Applovin Corporation - Class A Common Stock

AppLovin

Bentley Systems, Incorporated - Class B Common Stock

Bentley Systems

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. - Common Stock

Cadence Design Systems

Circle Internet Group, Inc. Class A Common Stock

Circle Internet Group

Salesforce

Datadog

Docusign

Dynatrace

Fair Isaac

Guidewire Software

HubSpot

Intuit

Samsara

Nutanix

Palantir Technologies Inc. - Class A Common Stock

Palantir Technologies

Roper Technologies

Synopsys

Atlassian Corporation - Class A Common Stock

Atlassian

Tyler Technologies

Workday

Zoom Communications, Inc. - Class A Common Stock

Zoom Communications

Cantor Fitzgerald

TD Cowen

Barclays

HC Wainwright & Co.

Canaccord Genuity

Screenshot 2025-02-05 at 6.41.04 PM

Markets

BTCS Offers Investors Ethereum Exposure And Triple-Digit Revenue Growth

Screenshot 2024-10-11 at 5.33.57 PM

ETFs

ETF Opportunities Trust T-Rex 2X Long MSTR Daily Target ETF

MSTU

ETF Opportunities Trust T-Rex 2X Inverse MSTR Daily Target ETF

MSTZ

MSTU And MSTZ: The Only 2x ETFs On MicroStrategy And One Of The Most Volatile Ways To Play Bitcoin

Screenshot 2024-09-24 at 5.48.58 PM

BTCL

BTCZ

MicroStrategy: A Potential Bitcoin Proxy? Now You Can Trade Its Moves With Leveraged MSTR ETFs

Comments

Strategy

Strategy (MSTR) Opciones

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) Bolsa, Cadena de Opciones

Noticias

SOCIO/CONTRIBUIDOR

BENZINGA GLOBAL