Chainalysis has announced that it plans to add bitcoin to its balance sheet. The news came as a surprise to crypto investors as it is usually expected that a firm so deeply ingrained in the blockchain technology ecosystem would own some crypto. According to the blog post on its website, the firm had previously not owned any cryptocurrencies and this will be the first time Chainalysis is purchasing BTC. Bitcoin has been purchased as an investment strategy by companies who are in and out of the blockchain space. The digital asset presents an alternative means of investment for people who want to have total control of their assets. With its recent purchase, Chainalysis joins the ranks of companies who are holding BTC for the long term, according to statements on the post. Chainalysis Takes The Leap With Bitcoin Chainalysis revealed in the post that it was buying bitcoin to put on its balance sheet. The company which is valued at $4.2 billion will put the purchased BTC in its corporate investment portfolio and intends to hold for the long term. Related Reading | Number Of Bitcoin Whales On The Rise As BTC Chases New All-Time High The company provides valuable software analysis software that helps exchanges comply with regulations. Its software is also used to assess risk and identify illegal activities that are being carried out on the blockchain, helping law enforcement to track the perpetrators. Co-founder and CEO of Chaina...
