Japan’s Metaplanet Inc., a publicly-listed early-stage investment firm, has been added to the CoinShares Blockchain Global Equity Index (BLOCK Index), a renowned benchmark tracking top blockchain and crypto companies globally. This marks Metaplanet's debut in a prominent blockchain equity index, as announced by CEO Simon Gerovich. With a focus on leading in the digital finance era, the company aims to boost its international presence and reputation in the Asian crypto market to attract more investors. By being part of the index, Metaplanet aims to increase shareholder value through disciplined Bitcoin accumulation, solidifying its position as Japan's premier digital asset firm. The CoinShares BLOCK Index, managed by Europe's largest digital asset investment firm, provides diversified exposure to companies driving blockchain technology. Despite the announcement, Metaplanet's stock remained stable at 1,583 JPY (US$10.42) on Monday. The company's recent Bitcoin acquisitions, totaling 1,108 BTC valued at around $69 million, align with its Bitcoin-centric treasury strategy, similar to MicroStrategy's approach. Read more AI-generated news on: https://app.chaingpt.org/news