Eightco Holdings Inc. (ORBS) Stock: Backs OpenAI and Secures $125M Support from ARK Invest and Bitmine

TLDR

• Eightco stock dips 2.53% as AI and crypto strategy expands further
• OpenAI investment rises to $90M, now 30% of treasury allocation
• Firm holds major Worldcoin stake and over 11,000 Ethereum tokens
• $125M funding led by Bitmine, ARK Invest, and Kraken parent
• New capital targets AI, blockchain, and global tech expansion

Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) shares closed at $0.9200, down 2.53%, as the company advanced its AI investment strategy. The firm confirmed an additional $40 million allocation to OpenAI, increasing total exposure. At the same time, Eightco secured $125 million in new funding to support expansion across artificial intelligence and blockchain sectors.

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OpenAI Allocation Reaches Significant Share of Treasury

Eightco increased its total commitment to OpenAI to $90 million after completing the latest $40 million investment. As a result, OpenAI now accounts for about 30% of the company’s treasury position. This allocation reflects a clear focus on high-growth private technology companies.

The company also maintains a diversified digital asset portfolio alongside its OpenAI stake. Holdings include 277,222,975 WLD tokens and 11,068 ETH, along with $76 million in cash and stablecoins. These assets provide liquidity while supporting exposure to blockchain-linked ecosystems.

Eightco holds nearly 10% of the circulating supply of Worldcoin, strengthening its role in that network. This position places the company among the largest public market participants in the ecosystem. Consequently, its treasury strategy blends artificial intelligence exposure with digital asset concentration.

Worldcoin Position Strengthens Treasury Strategy

The company continues to align its treasury strategy with emerging digital identity and blockchain platforms. Its large Worldcoin position signals a long-term view on decentralized identity systems. The allocation supports broader participation in crypto infrastructure development.

Eightco combines its Worldcoin exposure with Ethereum holdings to balance network diversification. This structure enables access to both identity-focused and smart contract ecosystems. Therefore, the company maintains flexibility across evolving blockchain use cases.

The treasury includes stable assets to support operational stability and future investments. The mix of crypto holdings and liquid reserves allows for active capital deployment. As a result, Eightco positions itself to respond to shifts in both AI and blockchain markets.

$125M Funding Round Supports Expansion Strategy

Eightco secured $125 million in new funding commitments led by Bitmine and supported by ARK Invest. Bitmine committed $75 million, while ARK Invest pledged at least $25 million. Payward, the parent company of Kraken, also contributed $25 million to the round.

The company plans to deploy this capital toward investments in artificial intelligence and digital platforms. It also targets opportunities in blockchain infrastructure and global consumer technologies. This funding strengthens its ability to scale its investment strategy.

Eightco also completed an initial $25 million investment in MrBeast and Beast Industries. In parallel, the company expanded its leadership structure with new appointments. Tom Lee joined the board, while Brett Winton took an advisory role, reinforcing strategic direction.

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