Steakholder Foods’ Board of Directors Approves Purchase of Cryptocurrencies as Treasury Reserve Assets
Rehovot, Israel, Nov. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steakholder Foods Ltd. (Nasdaq: STKH) (“Steakholder” or the “Company”), a leading innovator in alternative proteins production and 3D printing technologies, announced today that the Company's Board of Directors has approved the purchase of up to $1 million in Bitcoin or cryptocurrency tracking indices. "As demand for cryptocurrencies grows and so does their acceptance as an asset class, we believe that Bitcoin, or a diversified basket of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, will serve as strong treasury reserve assets for the Company," said Arik Kaufman, CEO of Steakholder Foods. "With recent approval of cryptocurrency ETFs and growing support from institutional investors, cryptocurrencies could be a great addition to our treasury strategy, with a view to providing a functional store of value.”
About Steakholder Foods
Steakholder Foods is at the forefront of transforming the alternative protein industries through its advanced technology. Founded in 2019, Steakholder Foods specializes in developing and selling 3D-printing production machines, supported by proprietary premix blends, formulated from the highest-quality raw ingredients. These innovative tools are designed to help manufacturers of all sizes efficiently produce foods that meet and exceed consumer expectations for taste, texture, and appearance and offer a safe and sustainable alternative to industrialized meat and seafood production.
Steakholder Foods’ expertise in creating alternative proteins products that replicate the complex textures of traditional meats such as beef steaks, white fish, shrimp, and eel. The company is also exploring the integration of cultivated cells, preparing for future advancements in food technology.
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