In a bold move to embrace the burgeoning world of cryptocurrencies, Nasdaq-listed GD Culture Group (GDC) announced its ambitious plan to raise up to $300 million for a cryptocurrency treasury reserve. The Nevada-based holding company—primarily engaged in livestreaming, e-commerce, and AI-driven digital human technology—unveiled this strategy on May 12, marking a significant pivot toward digital assets.
A Strategic Shift
GDC’s decision to dive into the crypto waters involves a common stock purchase agreement with a British Virgin Islands limited liability entity. The proceeds from this substantial stock sale will be funneled into acquiring Bitcoin (BTC) and the Official Trump (TRUMP) token, expanding the company’s treasury reserves. “Under this initiative, and subject to certain limitations, GDC intends to allocate a significant portion of the proceeds from any share sales under the facility to the acquisition, long-term holding, and integration of crypto assets into its core treasury operations,” the company stated.
Xiaojian Wang, GDC’s chairman and CEO, elaborated on the company’s vision, emphasizing its alignment with the “decentralization transformation” sweeping through industries worldwide. “GDC’s adoption of crypto assets as treasury reserve holdings is a deliberate strategy that reflects both current industry trends and our unique strengths in digital technologies and the livestreaming e-commerce ecosystem,” Wang said. This move seems to position GDC at the forefront of a blockchain-powered industrial shift. This follows a pattern of institutional adoption, which we detailed in our analysis of corporate treasury investments.
Navigating Market Dynamics
Founded in 2016, GDC is a micro-cap company with a $34 million market capitalization, according to Nasdaq data. The firm’s foray into cryptocurrencies comes on the heels of a noncompliance warning from Nasdaq concerning its stockholders’ equity—reported at a mere $2,643, far below the minimum threshold of $2.5 million. GDC was granted until May 4 to submit a compliance plan, which, if approved, would allow an additional 180 days to meet the requirements.
Amidst this backdrop, GDC’s crypto venture appears to be a calculated gamble to bolster its financial standing. The initiative places GDC among a growing cadre of public companies incorporating digital assets into their balance sheets, signaling a shift in corporate strategies toward a more decentralized future. As explored in our recent coverage of Metaplanet’s Bitcoin strategy, this trend is gaining momentum across various sectors.
The Trump Token Connection
Adding a layer of intrigue to GDC’s announcement is its connection to the Trump token, a memecoin project that has captured public attention. The top 25 holders of the TRUMP token are slated to attend a private dinner at the White House on May 22—a high-profile event that has not been without controversy. According to the project, the top 220 wallets collectively hold over 13.7 million tokens, valued at approximately $174 million.
However, the dinner has drawn criticism from some US lawmakers, with concerns regarding the exclusivity and the implications of political figures being involved in crypto projects. Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis expressed reservations, stating that the notion of the US president offering privileged access to financial backers “gives [her] pause.” This sentiment echoes broader apprehensions among crypto regulation experts, who fear that the Trump family’s foray into digital currencies could provoke increased scrutiny from the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
Looking Ahead
As GDC ventures into the complex and often volatile crypto landscape, it does so with the potential for both significant rewards and inherent risks. The company’s strategic shift raises questions about the sustainability of such investments and whether other firms might follow suit. The intersection of politics and cryptocurrency—particularly with memecoins like TRUMP—adds another layer of complexity that regulators and investors alike will be watching closely in the coming months.
This move by GDC is emblematic of the broader trend of traditional companies increasingly embracing digital assets. Whether this trend can maintain momentum or faces hurdles remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the interplay between technology, finance, and regulation will continue to shape the future of the cryptocurrency market.
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Steve Gregory is a lawyer in the United States who specializes in licensing for cryptocurrency companies and products. Steve began his career as an attorney in 2015 but made the switch to working in cryptocurrency full time shortly after joining the original team at Gemini Trust Company, an early cryptocurrency exchange based in New York City. Steve then joined CEX.io and was able to launch their regulated US-based cryptocurrency. Steve then went on to become the CEO at currency.com when he ran for four years and was able to lead currency.com to being fully acquired in 2025.
