GameStop made a significant Bitcoin purchase of 4,710 BTC worth $513 million, using proceeds from a $1.4 billion convertible notes sale in March.
This marks GameStop's first foray into holding cryptocurrency, expanding beyond its traditional video game retail business.
The move initially boosted GameStop's stock price, increasing around 28% over the past month, but its core retail business faces challenges with a 25% revenue drop.
While the Bitcoin investment holds potential, the debt-funded purchase raises concerns about risks, including potential dilution of shares and financial strain amidst declining retail sales.