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Sequans Communications, a France-based developer of 5G and IoT semiconductor technology, has announced a move into Bitcoin with a new treasury initiative backed by a $384 million private placement.   Swan Bitcoin is excited to advise Sequans (NYSE: SQNS) on its Bitcoin accumulation strategy and to manage the execution of our plans. We look forward to sharing more in a few weeks. https://t.co/iPZ3nOEz5r — Cory Klippsten 🦢 Swan.com (@coryklippsten) June 23, 2025 The funding includes $195 million in equity securities and $189 million in convertible secured notes. Sequans plans to allocate this capital toward building a Bitcoin position alongside its core IoT operations.  “Our Bitcoin treasury strategy reflects our strong conviction in Bitcoin as a premier asset and a compelling long-term investment,” said Georges Karam, CEO of Sequans. “We believe Bitcoin’s unique characteristics will enhance our financial resilience and deliver significant value to our shareholders.”  To guide its treasury strategy, Sequans is partnering with Swan Bitcoin, a U.S.-based firm specializing in Bitcoin custody, institutional liquidity, and investment strategy. Swan will help the company navigate the operational and security aspects of Bitcoin acquisition and storage.  During the new initiative, Karam emphasized that Sequans remains committed to its primary mission. “We continue to support our customers with a robust 4G and 5G product roadmap, delivering innovative solutions to meet evolving IoT application needs and ensuring a seamless transition from 4G to 5G,” he said.  Sequans will issue over 1.39 billion ordinary shares and warrants in the equity offering and additional warrants tied to the debt placement. The offering is expected to close by July 1, pending shareholder approval at a June 30 meeting.   Placement agents include Northland Capital Markets, B. Riley Securities, and Yorkville Securities. Legal counsel includes Lowenstein Sandler LLP (U.S.) and ARCHERS (France) for Sequans, and Goodwin Procter LLP for the…

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