SBI Holdings, one of Japan’s largest financial conglomerates, has announced plans to acquire cryptocurrency exchange Bitbank for $289 million, marking one of the most significant corporate acquisitions in Japan’s digital asset sector this year. The acquisition was disclosed in an official announcement published by SBI Holdings on June 25, 2026. The deal values Bitbank at $289 million, signaling SBI’s deepening commitment to cryptocurrency infrastructure. For related coverage, see Bitmine Reports 5.67M ETH Holdings, Total Assets Reach $10.7B.