ME Group Secures Strategic Investments and Acquires BTV
HONG KONG, Jan. 6, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ME Group, a leader in Web3 media and brand growth services, has announced the completion of a strategic investment extension, securing funds from FutureMoney Group and Bit Origin (Nasdaq: BTOG). This funding marks a significant step in the company's ongoing Pre-A financing round aimed at enhancing ME Group’s ecosystem with an AI-driven news, data, and information services platform.
Details of the Pre-A Financing Round
Originally announced on August 26, 2025, ME Group's Pre-A strategic financing round commenced at a pre-money valuation of USD 40 million. The investment round was led by Fenbushi US and included contributions from prominent firms such as:
- HashKey Capital
- BIZ Hong Kong
- Amber Group (AMBR)
- LTP
- Conflux Network
- Solowin Holdings (SWIN)
- B7 Capital
- FOMO Ventures
- Klickl Labs
- TDTC
- PLVR
- Other institutional strategic investors
This latest funding is a testament to ME Group's robust investment momentum in the competitive media landscape.
Acquisition of BTV: Expanding Capabilities
On the same day, ME Group confirmed the acquisition of BTV, a platform founded in 2019 that specializes in promoting cryptocurrency adoption through engaging video content. BTV's capabilities in video production, publishing, and global distribution allow it to serve millions of users in seven languages, including Chinese, English, Thai, and Spanish.
As part of this acquisition, Michael Guo, the founder of BTV, will transition to the role of Partner and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at ME Group. This strategic move is expected to enhance ME Group’s business structure and product offerings.
Synergistic Integration and Future Outlook
Following the acquisition, ME Group plans to integrate BTV’s video production resources with its existing client networks. Concurrently, ME Group will maintain the BTV brand's independent operation, while offering a cohesive set of services through its various business lines:
- ME NewsMedia: Traffic and growth services, including AIs and social media communities.
- ME Event: Brand summits, event organization, policy advisory, and public relations.
- ME Studio: Video content creation, publishing, and distribution.
- ME AI: AI-driven news, data, and information services.
Jessica Yang, CEO of ME Group, emphasized the significance of this acquisition, stating, “The integration of BTV’s video business and the addition of Michael as CSO will significantly enhance ME Group’s overall business structure and product offerings.”
Comments from Leadership
Michael Guo highlighted BTV’s commitment to high-quality video content, which is essential for educating broader audiences on crypto and Web3. He expressed optimism about the partnership, stating that it would expand BTV’s content ecosystem and enhance its global reach, ultimately creating long-term value for users and the industry.
About ME Group
ME Group operates as a premier global fintech platform, with its foundations in Hong Kong and operational hubs in New York. The organization focuses on creating a synergistic portfolio encompassing media services, brand exhibitions, and AI-driven solutions, serving global users with authoritative content and specialized market services.