What is Bitmine's ETH holdings worth right now?

As of the latest, 4.87 million ETH at ~$2,199 each totals $10.7 billion, with staking revenue at $212 million annualized.

Is ether really the wartime store of value?

Tom Lee says yes—it's up 17.4% since Iran tensions, crushing gold and stocks. History suggests digital assets shine in chaos.

Should I buy ETH because of Bitmine?

Bitmine's hoard signals conviction, but DYOR—stock's volatile, crypto's riskier than bonds. Staking adds yield, though.

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[Bitmine] Holds 4.87M ETH: 'Wartime Store of Value'

Imagine your savings not just surviving chaos, but thriving in it. Bitmine's massive ETH hoard signals ether could be the ultimate wartime asset, outpacing gold and stocks as tensions rise.

Fintech Dose Apr 16, 2026 3 min read

Bitmine's ether treasury visualized as a glowing digital vault amid global conflict imagery

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Bitmine holds 4.87M ETH ($10.7B), 81% to 5% supply goal, largest corporate treasury. 𝕏
Tom Lee dubs ETH 'wartime store of value' after 17.4% gains vs. S&P/gold amid Iran conflict. 𝕏
Staking 68% generates $212M annual revenue; total assets $11.8B with AI moonshots. 𝕏

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Lisa Zhang

Digital assets regulation reporter tracking SEC, CFTC, stablecoin legislation, and global crypto law.

#Bitmine Immersion #ETH staking #Ethereum holdings #Tom Lee #wartime store of value

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