XXI Merger Could Make It Second Most Influential Bitcoin Public Company

News Flash 2026-05-01 23:36

Galaxy Research head Alex Thorn has highlighted the potential impact of a proposed merger involving Twenty One Capital (XXI), Strike, and Elektron Energy. If successful, the merger would position XXI as the second most influential Bitcoin public company, trailing only MicroStrategy. Tether Investments, the majority shareholder of XXI, has expressed support for the merger, which would integrate Strike's financial services and Elektron Energy's mining capabilities. XXI currently holds 43,514 Bitcoin, making it the second-largest public corporate Bitcoin holder. The merger would enhance its influence with Strike's global brokerage and Bitcoin-backed lending services, and Elektron Energy's significant mining hashrate. However, governance challenges loom, with Jack Mallers serving as CEO of both XXI and Strike, and Tether holding major stakes in both XXI and Elektron. Additionally, Elektron CEO Raphael Zagury faces legal challenges related to past business dealings. Tether's control of over 140,000 BTC underscores its strategic interest in the merger, potentially positioning XXI as a key player in the US-listed Bitcoin market. The merger's success could redefine the landscape of Bitcoin public companies.

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