Upexi Shifts Focus into Bitcoin and Crypto with Strategic Investment in Digital Currency as Part of Long-Term Strategic Crypto Initiative

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Upexi (NASDAQ:UPXI) has announced its strategic shift into cryptocurrency investments through two newly established subsidiaries. The company has made an initial Bitcoin investment and plans to build a diversified crypto portfolio through ChainBitMiner, which will maintain 50-70% of holdings in Bitcoin, with the remainder in various cryptocurrencies including Ethereum, Ripple, Aave, Chainlink, and Render.

The second subsidiary, QuantumHash, will focus on Bitcoin mining investments without initially operating its own mining operations. The company plans to use debt, equity, and cash flow to accumulate cryptocurrency assets. Upexi will provide daily updates of its holdings on its website and issue periodic press releases about Bitcoin purchases and portfolio additions.

Positive

• Strategic diversification into cryptocurrency market
• Creation of two specialized subsidiaries for crypto operations
• Conservative portfolio strategy with 50-70% allocation to Bitcoin
• Commitment to transparency with daily portfolio updates

Negative

• Significant shift away from core consumer products business
• High market volatility risk in cryptocurrency investments
• No prior experience in cryptocurrency operations
• Potential strain on cash flow from crypto investments

Subsidiaries have been organized to invest and capitalize on the opportunities of cryptocurrency including Bitcoin and other coins with high growth potential

TAMPA, FL / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2025 / Upexi, Inc. (NASDAQ:UPXI) (the "Company" or "Upexi"), a brand owner specializing in the development, manufacturing and distribution of consumer products, today announced establishing a digital currency holding company to invest and capitalize on the opportunities of cryptocurrency including Bitcoin and other coins with high growth potential. Upexi has made an initial investment in Bitcoin and is actively pursuing additional investment opportunities to expand its portfolio through further direct investment into coins, mining, and M&A in the fintech space.

Management and the Board of Directors have agreed to make a strategic investment in a portfolio of Cryptocurrency including Bitcoin that could grow exponentially in the future, and shift its growth strategy to opportunities in Crypto and the BlockChain. The Company has initiated a multi-pronged go-to-market strategy with a primary portfolio investment anchored by at least a 50% of the total portfolio asset size in Bitcoin and the remainder of the portfolio in cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum, Ripple, Aave, Chainlink, Render, and several others. In the future, the portfolio will be available to view on the Upexi website with daily updates of Upexi's holdings.

Upexi will initially operate through two newly established, wholly owned subsidiaries to separate our investments and reporting. The two entities consist of:

• ChainBitMiner: A diversified portfolio of Crypto coins anchored with 50-70% of portfolio in Bitcoin held in lieu of cash on balance sheet. The company will issue periodic press releases around completed Bitcoin purchases and newly added coins to the portfolio.

• QuantumHash: The Company will look to capitalize with investments in Crypto mining with a main focus on Bitcoin mining. The Company does not initially plan to operate its own mining operations.

Andrew Norstrud, Chief Financial Officer of Upexi, stated, "The strategy of using debt, equity and cash flow to accumulate Bitcoin has proven very successful for many companies and their investors. We believe an expanded strategy should give investors more exposure to new coins with more potential upside while anchoring our strategy with Bitcoin. The new Trump administration has been publicly bullish and with the possibility of large financial institutions beginning to adopt this financial asset alternative, it has been clearly evident now is the time to make a strategic investment into the space."

About Upexi, Inc.:
Upexi is a brand owner specializing in the development, manufacturing and distribution of consumer products.

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Company Contact
Andrew Norstrud, Chief Financial Officer
Email: andrew.norstrud@upexi.com
Phone: (702) 332-5591

Investor Relations Contact
KCSA Strategic Communications
Valter Pinto, Managing Director
Email: Upexi@KCSA.com
Phone: (212) 896-1254

SOURCE: Upexi

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FAQ

What is Upexi's (UPXI) new cryptocurrency investment strategy?

Upexi plans to invest in a diversified cryptocurrency portfolio through ChainBitMiner, maintaining 50-70% in Bitcoin and the remainder in other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, Ripple, Aave, Chainlink, and Render.

How will UPXI's ChainBitMiner subsidiary operate?

ChainBitMiner will manage a diversified portfolio of cryptocurrencies, with 50-70% in Bitcoin, and will provide regular updates on holdings and new cryptocurrency additions.

What is the purpose of UPXI's QuantumHash subsidiary?

QuantumHash will focus on cryptocurrency mining investments, particularly in Bitcoin mining, though it initially won't operate its own mining operations.

How will Upexi (UPXI) fund its cryptocurrency investments?

Upexi plans to use a combination of debt, equity, and cash flow to fund its cryptocurrency investments and accumulate Bitcoin.

How will UPXI report its cryptocurrency holdings to investors?

Upexi will provide daily updates of its cryptocurrency holdings on its website and issue periodic press releases about Bitcoin purchases and portfolio additions.