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Healthcare technology company Semler Scientific has announced plans to raise $75 million to expand its Bitcoin holdings. This decision comes after the company reported an unrealized $29 million gain from its current Bitcoin investments.
The funds will be raised through a private offering of convertible senior notes set to mature in 2030. A portion of the proceeds will be allocated for corporate purposes, including the purchase of additional Bitcoin.
On the same day, Semler released its fourth-quarter 2024 financial results, which revealed an unrealized gain of $28.9 million from its Bitcoin assets. On January 13, the company acquired an additional 237 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 2,321 BTC. With Bitcoin currently trading at $105,000, the total value of these assets stands at $241 million.
Semler first entered the Bitcoin market in May, following the example of other publicly listed companies that invested in cryptocurrency with the expectation of substantial returns. After its initial purchase of 581 BTC on May 28, the company's stock surged by 30%.
Semler Scientific is a company specializing in the development of technology and software solutions for the healthcare industry. Its flagship product is a patented platform for non-invasive diagnostics, which helps medical institutions detect various diseases at early stages.
The company is actively focused on strategic development and investments, including financial asset management. In recent years, Semler Scientific has become one of the public companies utilizing Bitcoin as part of its treasury strategy. These investments in cryptocurrency have yielded significant profits, strengthening the company’s market position.
In the third quarter of 2024, Semler Scientific reported a net profit of $5.6 million and increased its Bitcoin reserves to 1,058 BTC.