Markets, Bitcoin, News The semiconductor firm plans to expand holdings to 3,000 BTC using proceeds from recent its capital raise. 

Sequans Communications (SQNS), a leading cellular semiconductor maker, has announced its acquisition of 370 bitcoin BTC as part of a newly launched bitcoin treasury strategy.

The purchase was funded by proceeds from its recent equity and convertible debenture offering that closed on July 7.

“We are excited to begin executing our strategic plan to accumulate over 3,000 BTC in the coming weeks,” said Georges Karam, CEO of Sequans. “This initiative reflects our confidence in bitcoin as a long-term store of value for our shareholders.”

Sequans has chosen Coinbase as custodian, utilizing Coinbase Prime’s institutional-grade services.

Sequans Communications shares are up 2% in pre-market trading following the announcement of its bitcoin treasury strategy.

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