- DeFi Development plans to buy $1B in Solana, shifting its treasury to digital assets.
- DeFi Development secured $42M through convertible notes to fund its Solana purchases.
- The company plans to run Solana validators to boost network security and earn staking rewards.
DeFi Development Corp., formerly known as Janover Inc., has submitted an S-3 registration statement to the US SEC to raise funds by selling securities worth $1 billion to buy Solana (SOL) as part of its treasury acquisition strategy. This move highlights the growing trend of companies viewing cryptocurrencies like Solana as strategic assets.
By late April 2025, DeFi Development had raised approximately $42 million through convertible notes and warrants, using these funds to acquire Solana (SOL) tokens. Additionally, DeFi Development plans to register up to 1,244,471 shares of common stock for potential resale by existing stockholders. Beyond purchasing Solana, the company also aims to operate Solana validators, helping secure the network while earning staking rewards that can generate additional income.
By buying Solana and running validators, DeFi Development hopes to grow its business and become a leader in using crypto for company savings. The strategy is similar to what Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) is doing with Bitcoin.
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According to the SEC filing, DeFi Development has set a new treasury policy where the main funds in its treasury reserve, listed on its balance sheet, will now be invested in digital assets, starting with Solana. The Board of Directors has approved the treasury policy on April 4, 2025, to allow long-term accumulation of Solana.
This shows that Solana is getting a lot of attention for being fast, easy to use, and for recently taking over Ethereum in total staking value. According to sources, other companies like Upexi and SOL Strategies are also investing significant money in Solana. Upexi is investing $100 million, and SOL Strategies is working with $500 million focused on Solana.
However, the plan is not without risks. As the price of cryptocurrencies are highly volatile, a decline in Solana’s value could negatively impact DeFi Development’s holdings. On the other hand, if Solana’s growth continues, the investment could strengthen the company’s position and inspire more businesses to follow suit, much like Bitcoin did. DeFi Development’s move could also contribute to greater price stability and increased trust in the Solana ecosystem.
Overall, as more companies integrate cryptocurrencies into their strategies, the line between traditional finance and blockchain technology is becoming increasingly blurred, signaling the rise of a new financial era.
