Nine UK-listed companies disclosed Bitcoin treasury plans in response to investor demand and market trends.
Firms like Tao Alpha and Bluebird Mining reported major share price gains following Bitcoin-related announcements.
The UK plans new crypto regulations starting in 2026 while easing retail investment restrictions to support crypto adoption.
A group of publicly traded companies in the United Kingdom has adopted Bitcoin as part of their treasury strategy. Over the past week, at least nine UK-listed firms disclosed their involvement in Bitcoin acquisitions or plans to accumulate the cryptocurrency. The move reflects a growing trend among corporate entities responding to shifting investor expectations and digital asset market performance.
These developments mirror earlier treasury decisions seen in global markets. Japan’s Metaplanet and Germany’s Bitcoin Group previously implemented similar strategies based on Bitcoin accumulation. The approach echoes a model popularized in 2020 by Michael Saylor’s firm, which has since seen its valuation increase by nearly 400 percent.
Tao Alpha and Smarter Web Lead Recent Activity
AI-focused Tao Alpha plans to raise £100 million to support its Bitcoin treasury strategy. The company shared the plan alongside its announcement, which generated noticeable investor attention.
Smarter Web Company, a web design business, reported that its market capitalization rose from £4 million to over £1 billion. The surge followed the company’s announcement in April confirming its Bitcoin purchases. However, its shares have since experienced a decline in value.
Panther Metals, a natural resources company, confirmed this week that it purchased one Bitcoin. Its shares increased by 81 percent this month, closely tracking Bitcoin’s 74% annual gain. CEO Darren Hazelwood stated the company intends to reach £4 million in Bitcoin reserves quickly.
Mining and Equity-Funded Firms Expand Bitcoin Exposure
Bluebird Mining Ventures reported a 400 percent share price increase after revealing a plan to acquire Bitcoin. The company recorded a $898,000 loss last year but has since raised £2 million in debt funding for Bitcoin purchases. The firm is also pursuing an additional £10 million to expand its holdings.
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Vinanz, originally operating as a Bitcoin mining company, increased its Bitcoin holdings to $3.85 million. The firm achieved this through a combination of equity and debt funding. CEO Hewie Rattray said the company is offering regulated exposure to Bitcoin through public markets. Vinanz also plans to rebrand as the London BTC Company.
UK Regulatory Changes Coincide with Treasury Trend
The surge in corporate Bitcoin interest comes amid the UK’s renewed commitment to becoming a crypto hub. The Financial Conduct Authority has recently suggested that there should be flexible measures regarding the prohibition on certain crypto-based investment products for retail traders.
In the meantime, amendments to HM Revenue and Customs come into force on January 1, 2026. These regulations make crypto platforms responsive to retrieve and report customer information such as full names, residential addresses, and tax identification numbers. Also, every transaction should contain information about the kind of asset and the transferred amount.
