Twenty One Aims to Rival MicroStrategy with Leaner Bitcoin Strategy

Twenty One is preparing to go public under the ticker $XXI , starting with a Bitcoin treasury of 42,000 BTC . The company directly compares itself to MicroStrategy (MSTR), presenting a more focused and efficient model for Bitcoin exposure. Unlike MicroStrategy, which has over 500,000 BTC and must spend significantly to maintain returns, Twenty One promotes a more nimble and capital-efficient structure. The company claims full scores across six categories, including Bitcoin-native operations, zero existing debt, and tailored KPIs focused on Bitcoin. Tether and Bitfinex will play a major role in Twenty One’s funding by contributing Bitcoin and capital in return for equity. An additional $462M in Bitcoin purchases is expected after SPAC and PIPE financing closes. The transaction structure includes multiple mergers and equity conversions to streamline its market entry. Key strengths of Twenty One include: 100% Bitcoin-native focus with no debt Higher insider ownership KPIs built specifically for Bitcoin performance If successful, this structure could make Twenty One a go-to vehicle for investors looking for simplified, direct Bitcoin exposure without the complications of large, diversified tech firms like MicroStrategy.

Source: Coinpaprika