CoinShares has announced the successful sale of its FTX claim and will reinvest $39.78 million from the sale into growth opportunities and enhanced client services
An official press release reports that the agreement, which is still subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to result in a recovery rate of 116% net of broker fees.
This corresponds to a return of 31.32 million British pounds ($39.78 million) on a claim of 26.6 million ($33.78 million).
Impact on Shareholders and Clients
CoinShares will have the opportunity to provide “enhanced services” to its clients and increase returns to its shareholders by effectively selling its FTX claim.
CoinShares’ CEO, Jean-Marie Mognetti, underscored the significance of the development as he stated:
“The resolution of the FTX situation has been highly favourable for CoinShares. This exceptional recovery rate is a testament to the diligence and expertise of our team.”
The attached press release states that the transaction will allow CoinShares to reinvest in “growth opportunities” to enhance its market position.
“We remain dedicated to leveraging this success to reward our shareholders and to drive further growth and innovation within the digital asset industry.”
CoinShares Terra Losses
CoinShares disclosed $21.7 million in losses due to its exposure to Terra (LUNA), which imploded in May of the same year, in its interim second-quarter results published in August 2022.
Mognetti maintained that CoinShares had “sufficient resources” to sustain market activity “thanks to an effective strategy” despite the significant setback.
In light of its 116% $39.78 million FTX claim recovery, the firm has continued to exhibit strategic success and resilience.
BitFlyer’s to acquire FTX Japan
The Japanese crypto exchange bitFlyer declared on June 20 that it would acquire the Japanese arm of the collapsed FTX exchange.
BitFlyer Holdings will initially rebrand FTX Japan as a New Custody Company to facilitate the development of a new identity.
According to a local news agency, The acquisition would cost billions of yen or tens of millions of dollars for bitFlyer.