Singapore-based Genius Group Limited
The AI-powered education firm confirmed the purchase and announced plans to accelerate its buying pace in the months ahead.
Since May 22, when a US court stayed a prior injunction restricting bitcoin acquisitions, Genius Group has doubled its bitcoin reserves. The company reiterated its goal to amass 1,000 BTC within six months.
CEO Roger Hamilton emphasized Bitcoin’s role in Genius Group’s mission, saying the firm aims to educate learners about AI, digital finance and community values, helping them focus on meaningful life goals rather than just daily work.
“Genius Group’s focus is on teaching the ABC’s of the future: AI (Digital workforce of the future), Bitcoin (Digital money of the future) and Community (Human values of the future)".
Genius Group’s shares have soared over 300% in the past two weeks, now. more than doubling in 2025. They remain lower by more than 40% on a year-over-year basis.
James Van Straten is a Senior Analyst at CoinDesk, specializing in Bitcoin and its interplay with the macroeconomic environment. Previously, James worked as a Research Analyst at Saidler & Co., a Swiss hedge fund, where he developed expertise in on-chain analytics. His work focuses on monitoring flows to analyze Bitcoin's role within the broader financial system.
In addition to his professional endeavors, James serves as an advisor to Coinsilium, a UK publicly traded company, where he provides guidance on their Bitcoin treasury strategy. He also holds investments in Bitcoin and Strategy (MSTR).
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