Crypto Live News Today : 17th Feb

Multiple US state pension funds hold MicroStrategy (MSTR) shares, reflecting growing institutional interest in the company’s Bitcoin-focused strategy. Leading holders include California’s State Teachers’ Retirement System with $353 million AUM, followed by New York’s Pension Fund at $127 million. States such as Florida, Texas, and Arizona also hold MSTR shares. In total, these funds collectively represent 330 million overall in AUM. This shows expanding confidence in MicroStrategy’s approach and Bitcoin amid rising cryptocurrency adoption.

Melania Meme’s team tokens will unlock on February 19–20, releasing 3% (30 million tokens) valued at $39 million. According to the schedule, tokens are locked for 30 days before 3% is immediately released. Over the following 12 months, an additional 2.25% (22.5 million tokens) will unlock each month, totaling 30% over 13 months. This unlock marks a key milestone for the project. Visit the official website and blockchain explorer for further details.

Metaplanet Inc. announced purchasing an additional 269.43 Bitcoin at an average price of 14,846,322 yen, spending 4.0 billion yen in total. This raises its total Bitcoin holdings to 2,031.41 BTC, acquired at an average cost of 12,243,936 yen per coin. The move aligns with Metaplanet’s ongoing Bitcoin Treasury strategy. The company also disclosed a 15.3% BTC Yield from January 1 to February 17, 2025. Management believes this strategy benefits shareholders by focusing on accretive Bitcoin accumulation