Quantum BioPharma Diversifies Treasury with the Purchase of USD $1,000,000 of Bitcoin (BTC) and Other Cryptocurrencies and to Allow for Future Financings and Other Transactions in Cryptocurrency
Rhea-AI Summary
Quantum BioPharma (NASDAQ: QNTM) has announced a strategic investment of USD $1,000,000 in Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies following Board approval. The company will now accept cryptocurrency for future financings and other transactions, working with a fully compliant custodian.
CEO Zeeshan Saeed stated this move aims to grow non-operational capital, citing Bitcoin's increasing legal and market legitimacy, including the emergence of BTC-based ETFs and anticipated pro-crypto policies. The company maintains flexibility to adjust its cryptocurrency holdings based on market conditions, emphasizing full compliance with financial and audit regulations.
Positive
- Strategic diversification of treasury with $1,000,000 investment in cryptocurrencies
- New capability to accept cryptocurrency for future financing transactions
- Potential for additional return on investment from crypto holdings
Negative
- Exposure to cryptocurrency market volatility
- Risk of regulatory changes affecting crypto investments
- Allocation of significant capital to speculative assets
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, QNTM declined 13.29%, reflecting a significant negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) (CSE: QNTM) (FRA: 0K91) (“Quantum BioPharma” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce that after receiving approval from the Board of Directors, the Company has purchased USD
This move reflects the company's belief in the potential of Bitcoin (BTC) and other currencies to provide a return on investment for shareholders. The company is now set up to receive financing in cryptocurrencies as well as executing other types of transactions in cryptocurrencies.
The company is holding all its cryptocurrency with a fully compliant custodian. The company emphasizes that all transactions are and will be fully compliant with all relevant financial and audit regulations, ensuring a secure and legal process.
The Company will continue to monitor market conditions and may increase or decrease its holdings of Bitcoin (BTC) or other cryptocurrencies as it deems appropriate.
"We are exploring innovative ways to grow our capital not being used in operations," said Zeeshan Saeed, CEO of Quantum. "Bitcoin’s recent advancements in both legal and market legitimacy make it a compelling addition. With multiple global asset managers now offering BTC based exchange-traded funds, and renewed optimism following pro-crypto policy expectations under President-elect Donald Trump's new administration, we believe Bitcoin (BTC), and other cryptocurrencies presents an opportunity to align with emerging financial trends.”
About Quantum BioPharma Ltd.
Quantum BioPharma is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to building a portfolio of innovative assets and biotech solutions for the treatment of challenging neurodegenerative and metabolic disorders and alcohol misuse disorders with drug candidates in different stages of development. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Lucid Psycheceuticals Inc. (“Lucid”), Quantum BioPharma is focused on the research and development of its lead compound, Lucid-MS. Lucid-MS is a patented new chemical entity shown to prevent and reverse myelin degradation, the underlying mechanism of multiple sclerosis, in preclinical models. Quantum BioPharma invented UNBUZZD™ and spun out its OTC version to a company, Celly Nutrition Corp. (“Celly Nutrition”), led by industry veterans. Quantum BioPharma retains ownership of
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Contacts:
Quantum BioPharma Ltd.
Zeeshan Saeed, Founder, CEO and Executive Co-Chairman of the Board
Email: Zsaeed@quantumbiopharma.com
Telephone: (416) 854-8884
Investor Relations
Email: ir@quantumbiopharma.com, info@quantumbiopharma.com
Website: www.quantumbiopharma.com
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