ETHZilla Secures $350 Million to Expand Ether Holdings and Tokenization Strategy
ETHZilla has announced it has raised $350 million through a new convertible debenture investment from an institutional partner, significantly boosting its resources for expansion into ETH-based yield generation strategies. The latest financing marks one of the largest institutional raises in the sector this year and underscores ETHZilla’s ambition to establish itself as a leading force in ETH markets.
Building on earlier financing, the firm’s total outstanding convertible debt now stands at roughly $500 million. The newly issued debentures carry a 2% annual interest rate and are convertible at $3.05 per share — a figure representing 1.05 times the company’s Market Net Asset Value (mNAV) and above Nasdaq’s minimum pricing requirement. ETHZilla also adjusted terms of its prior $156.5 million debentures, lowering their interest rate to 0% until February 2026 before rising to 2%, down from the original 4%. Analysts view the revised terms as a favorable move to reduce near-term interest expense while maintaining long-term flexibility.
Expanding ETH Exposure
According to the firm, the proceeds will be used to expand its Ether holdings and invest more actively across Layer-2 ETH protocols and decentralized finance (DeFi) strategies. ETHZilla emphasized its plans to deploy capital into tokenized real-world assets, aiming to generate stable yield streams that complement traditional crypto returns. By participating in ETH staking and reward programs, as well as DeFi liquidity pools, the company expects to enhance both its balance sheet strength and recurring revenue base.
ETHZilla disclosed that it currently holds 102,264 ETH, valued at approximately $462 million, alongside cash and cash equivalents of about $559 million. This diversified reserve structure enables the firm to capture on-chain yield opportunities while preserving liquidity through traditional instruments such as U.S. Treasuries and commercial paper. Management stated that the infusion of capital will support ETHZilla’s long-term goal of becoming a dominant player in on-chain asset management and tokenization markets.
Balance Sheet and Shareholder Actions
Alongside the funding announcement, ETHZilla confirmed it has launched a share repurchase program. In the week ending September 20, 2025, the firm repurchased about half a million shares, equivalent to 0.3% of its outstanding stock. Executives said the purchaseback initiative reflects confidence in the company’s valuation and long-term growth trajectory. Observers note that such measures are often well-received by investors, signaling management’s alignment with shareholder interests.
The combined moves — expanding ETH exposure, strengthening cash reserves, and repurchasing equity — position ETHZilla as one of the largest institutional participants in the ETH ecosystem. The firm’s strategic emphasis on tokenization of real-world assets aligns with growing market interest in blockchain-based financial products that bridge traditional assets with decentralized finance infrastructure.
Looking ahead, ETHZilla plans to provide more detailed operational guidance in its third-quarter earnings report. Market watchers are expected to closely monitor how the firm deploys its $350 million raise, particularly in the context of ETH’s evolving role in DeFi, tokenized assets, and institutional-grade yield generation. With its strengthened balance sheet, ETHZilla appears poised to play a significant role in shaping the next phase of crypto investment strategies.
