180 Life Sciences Corp Announces $425 Million Private Placement for Ethereum Treasury Strategy
On August 4, 2025, 180 Life Sciences Corp (NASDAQ: ATNF), a biotech company specializing in developing novel drugs for inflammatory diseases, announced the successful closure of a $425 million private placement. This strategic move is aimed at advancing the company’s Ethereum treasury strategy. The private investment in public equity (PIPE) transaction was priced at $2.65 per share.
The placement was led by Electric Capital and Harbour Island, with significant participation from prominent crypto investors such as Borderless Capital and Polychain Capital. The company plans to utilize the net proceeds primarily to increase its holdings of Ethereum (ETH) significantly. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to implement a differentiated yield generation program, which is designed to outperform traditional ETH staking methods.
The yield generation program will be managed by Electric Capital and will leverage a combination of staking, lending, and liquidity provisioning to maximize returns. This approach is tailored specifically for the Ethereum community, emphasizing the company’s commitment to integrating blockchain technology into its financial strategy.
Despite the strategic advancements, 180 Life Sciences Corp experienced a 4% drop in its stock price following the announcement of the private placement. As of August 3, 2025, the company’s close price was $3.18, with a 52-week high of $17.75 and a low of $0.658. The company’s market capitalization stands at $25,990,000, and it has a negative price-to-earnings ratio of -0.231.
Founded in 2017, 180 Life Sciences Corp operates globally, serving customers in various regions. The company trades on the Nasdaq stock exchange and maintains its presence online through its website, www.180lifesciences.com .
This financial maneuver marks a significant shift in the company’s strategy, aligning its operations with the growing influence of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology in the financial sector.