French semiconductor manufacturer Sequans has taken a bold step in the financial world by announcing its intention to raise $200 million through a new stock offering, with plans to use the funds to invest in Bitcoin and increase its holdings of digital currency bonds.
Currently, Sequans holds more than 3,171 Bitcoins valued at approximately $349 million and aims to increase its holdings to about 5,000 Bitcoins after implementing its plan. This places it second among European companies owning Bitcoin bonds, following the Bitcoin Group SE.
According to the company's estimates, the new funds will enable it to add approximately 1,800 Bitcoins to its balance sheet, reflecting a growing confidence in the strength of digital currency in the long run.
In this regard, the company's CEO, Georges Karam, explained that investing in Bitcoin will enhance treasury performance and provide greater value for shareholders, emphasizing that digital assets have become a strategic option that cannot be ignored amidst current global economic conditions. He added that the company is betting on the continued rise in Bitcoin's price over time, considering it a rare asset capable of withstanding inflation.
Notably, Sequans is not alone in this trend, as the number of global companies listing Bitcoin on their balance sheets has significantly increased during 2025, surpassing 170 companies compared to fewer than 100 at the beginning of the year. While tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft remain hesitant due to price volatility, companies like Metaplanet and Nakamoto Holdings have joined the wave of investment in Bitcoin.
These moves come at a time when investors worldwide continue to search for safe alternatives to economic fluctuations, and it seems that Bitcoin has become a leading asset attracting companies, especially with the stability of gold and the slowdown of traditional markets.
