GameStop Renews Bitcoin Deal That Did Little for Its Record Quarter
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GameStop renews its Bitcoin deal with Coinbase, tying up nearly all its Bitcoin for upfront cash in late May. This move follows a record quarter for the retailer, where the Bitcoin deal did little to contribute to its financial success. The deal's renewal underscores GameStop's focus on short-term gains, potentially affecting its long-term cryptocurrency strategy and market influence.
The retailer rolled its Coinbase options deal forward in late May, keeping nearly all its Bitcoin tied up for upfront cash.