Tokyo-listed AI firm Quantum Solutions is planning to acquire up to 3,000 BTC over the next 12 months through its Hong Kong subsidiary, GPT Pals Studio. The move comes as the company struggles with thin reserves and reported a ¥160 million ($1 million) net loss in Q1 FY2026, raising concerns about its future operations. Quantum Solutions aims to diversify its portfolio and manage surplus funds through this new cryptocurrency strategy, stating that it has never held crypto assets before. Analysts noted that such moves by financially distressed companies may serve more as a rebranding strategy than a genuine effort to fix underlying issues. Despite these plans, the firm has significant financial challenges, concluding the quarter with only ¥146 million ($940,000) in cash. The trend of troubled companies turning to Bitcoin as a potential lifeline has been noted across various sectors, including biotech and retail, often viewed skeptically by experts who suggest it might be more about marketing than risk management.

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