Yoshimi Abe, who serves as the director and chief operational officer (COO) of the prominent Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet, recently made a significant announcement regarding Bitcoin on her X social media account.
In her post, Abe highlighted several key factors that she believes could significantly influence Bitcoin’s price fluctuations in the coming year. Most of these developments are tied to events occurring in the United States.
Four Major Events That Could Affect Bitcoin Prices in 2026
Abe identified four “noteworthy events” that she thinks may “potentially shape future trends in Bitcoin pricing.”
The first event she mentioned is the U.S. Clarity Act, which refers to a legislative proposal aimed at establishing an institutional framework for cryptocurrency regulation within the U.S., set for a vote on January 15.
The second event involves ongoing hearings and regulatory discussions related to the structure of crypto asset markets in America. Following this is a new tax reporting system for cryptocurrency transfers that has been implemented by the European Union and became effective on January 1.
I have summarized key upcoming events that could impact future Bitcoin price movements:
・U.S. CLARITY Act (legislation concerning crypto market framework, scheduled for January 15)
・Continued hearings and regulatory discussions surrounding crypto asset market structure in the U.S.…— Yoshimi Abe (@Yoshimi3350Abe) January 9, 2026
Lastly, she pointed out a proposed state bill from Florida aimed at designating Bitcoin as a reserve asset managed at state level; if passed, it will take effect starting July 1.
Metaplanet Continues Its Acquisition Strategy for Bitcoin
Meanwhile, both Metaplanet and its inspiration company Strategy are actively acquiring substantial amounts of Bitcoin from various markets. On December 30th, Metaplanet announced it had purchased an impressive total of 4,279 BTC valued at approximately $386 million at that time. This acquisition brought their total holdings up to an impressive count of 35,102 Bitcoins.
*Metaplanet Acquires Additional 4,279 BTC; Total Holdings Reach 35,102 BTC*
pic.twitter.com/Bkas5kCZGY— Metaplanet Inc. (@Metaplanet) December 30,, 2025*
On another note regarding Michael Saylor’s Strategy firm: on January 5th he tweeted about acquiring an additional 1,287 BTC worth around $116 million currently; this brings their overall holdings to an impressive total of *673,*783 coins.* The company also boosted its fiat reserves by adding $62 million more into them now totaling over **$**2.*25 billion.* .
Other treasury firms like Strive and AmericanBitcoin also reported increases in their BTC reserves on Jan.*5.* . Strive acquired **101**.*8*BTC**, while AmericanBitcoin raised its holdings up to **5,*427*BTC** .