Business|May 24, 2026|1 min read

Tether buys out SoftBank's ~26% stake in bitcoin treasury company Twenty One Capital, taking its stake to ~71%

Tether has acquired SoftBank Group's approximately 26% stake in bitcoin treasury company Twenty One Capital, increasing Tether's ownership to roughly 71%. SoftBank's stake was valued at approximately $679 million.

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Tether has successfully acquired the approximately 26% stake owned by SoftBank Group Inc. in the digital-asset treasury firm, Twenty One Capital Inc. This strategic move elevates Tether’s ownership to around 71%. At the time of the transaction, SoftBank's stake was valued at an estimated $679 million, reflecting the significant financial impact of this acquisition on both entities involved.

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