Tokyo-listed Bitcoin Japan Corporation has announced a new investment in SpaceX through a private secondary market transaction conducted by its US-based subsidiary.
According to the company, the investment was made through BTCJPN US LLC using a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) managed by a registered American general partner. The move is part of Bitcoin Japan’s broader strategy focused on digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, satellite communications, and next-generation technology sectors.
Betting On AI And Digital Infrastructure Growth
Bitcoin Japan said the investment aligns with its long-term vision surrounding:
- AI infrastructure
- Data center expansion
- Satellite communications
- Global digital connectivity
- Advanced computing systems
The company highlighted SpaceX’s growing influence not only in rocket launches and space technology, but also through its rapidly expanding Starlink satellite internet network and broader infrastructure ambitions tied to AI and global communications.
CEO Phillip Lord stated that the company sees major long-term opportunities emerging around AI compute systems, connectivity infrastructure, and digital technology platforms.
According to Lord, SpaceX has already built large-scale global infrastructure through both its launch business and satellite operations, making the investment a natural fit within Bitcoin Japan’s long-term growth strategy.
Investment Still Carries Risks
Despite the optimism, Bitcoin Japan noted that the investment remains subject to the terms and conditions attached to the SPV and partnership agreements.
The company also emphasized that because SpaceX is still privately held, there are no guarantees regarding:
- Future liquidity events
- IPO timing
- Valuation outcomes
- Investment returns
Like many late-stage private market investments, the transaction carries uncertainty until a potential public listing or other exit event takes place.
SpaceX Continues Attracting Crypto Market Attention
Interest in SpaceX has grown significantly across both traditional financial markets and the crypto industry ahead of the company’s expected Nasdaq IPO.
Earlier regulatory filings revealed that SpaceX holds approximately 18,712 Bitcoin, making it one of the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holders.
According to previously reported data, SpaceX’s Bitcoin reserves exceed Tesla’s reported holdings of around 11,509 BTC.
The filings also suggested that SpaceX could pursue a valuation ranging between $1.75 trillion and $2 trillion during its planned public offering, with reports indicating the company may aim to raise roughly $75 billion through the listing.
Crypto Exchanges Launch SpaceX Trading Products
As anticipation surrounding the IPO grows, several crypto exchanges have already introduced derivative products tied to SpaceX.
In May, Bitget and Bybit launched perpetual contracts linked to SpaceX under the ticker SPCXUSDT.
These products allow traders to speculate on market expectations surrounding SpaceX’s future valuation and IPO performance without directly owning company shares.
Crypto Industry Increasingly Linked To SpaceX
The relationship between SpaceX and the crypto sector has also expanded beyond investments and trading products.
Recently, Chun Wang — co-founder of major Bitcoin mining pool F2Pool — was named as part of a planned SpaceX Starship mission expected to travel beyond the Earth-Moon system and past Mars.
As SpaceX moves closer toward a potential public listing, interest from both institutional investors and crypto-related companies appears to be accelerating, particularly as the company continues expanding into AI infrastructure, satellite communications, and next-generation digital connectivity markets.
