The United Kingdom just got its first taste of Bitcoin treasury mania, and it’s unfolding through an unexpected player—The Smarter Web Company (TSMC). In a move that sent shockwaves through both tech and financial circles, the web development and online marketing firm saw its stock soar by 43% in a single trading session. The surge followed an statement that the company had significantly boosted its Bitcoin holdings, now valued at over $36 million.

TSMC’s latest purchase involved acquiring an additional £8 million worth of Bitcoin, bringing its total stash to 346.63 BTC. This marked the company’s most aggressive crypto buy to date and positioned it as one of the top 50 global corporate holders of Bitcoin. Since its public debut on the London Stock Exchange in April 2025, TSMC has grown its crypto reserves steadily, beginning with a modest 10.59 BTC just two months ago.

The market’s response to this bold treasury move was immediate and dramatic. Investors piled in, sending TSMC shares to the top three most-traded stocks in the UK. The development drew comparisons to Japan’s Metaplanet, which experienced a meteoric rise in valuation after adopting a similar Bitcoin strategy. Metaplanet’s stock had jumped 78% in a single day after its BTC strategy was introduced, eventually rallying by nearly 9,000% over the following year. TSMC’s trajectory, while still in its early stages, appears to be following a similar path.

The company’s CEO, Andrew Webley, only added fuel to the fire with a bold statement after the latest purchase. “And we are only just getting started,” he said, signaling that this may just be the beginning of a long-term Bitcoin accumulation strategy. This message resonated strongly with investors, suggesting the company views Bitcoin not as a speculative bet but as a strategic reserve asset intended to preserve and grow corporate value.

Since introducing its IPO, The Smarter Web Company’s stock has surged by more than 520%, massively outperforming Bitcoin’s own 28% gains during Q2 2025. This explosive growth has turned the relatively unknown tech firm into a major talking point within both crypto and traditional finance communities. The combination of a successful business model and an aggressive Bitcoin strategy is proving to be a powerful driver of investor confidence.

Some observers have even jokingly referred to TSMC’s IPO as potentially the most successful in UK history. While clearly hyperbolic, the sentiment highlights the level of attention and enthusiasm the company has attracted in such a short period. The move is also being viewed as the UK’s entry into a growing global trend of public companies adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets, a strategy previously led by US-based firms like MicroStrategy and Jack Dorsey’s Block, as well as Japan’s Metaplanet.

On social media and trading forums, the buzz around TSMC is building rapidly. Traders and analysts have noted that both TSMC and other Bitcoin-treasury firms have broken into the top 10 most-traded equities on several major UK trading platforms. This indicates rising retail interest and potentially increased institutional curiosity about Bitcoin-backed equities.

Still, not all are convinced this growth is sustainable. Some financial experts warn that such sharp rises in stock value, driven by crypto-related statements, may expose companies to increased volatility. High investor expectations tied to Bitcoin’s price performance can also mean significant downside risk if market conditions turn bearish. Nonetheless, TSMC’s alignment of Bitcoin strategy with strong investor sentiment is delivering results—at least for now.

Whether or not other UK companies will follow TSMC’s lead remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: the Bitcoin treasury trend is no longer confined to the United States and Asia. With The Smarter Web Company making bold moves and drawing serious attention, the UK now has a notable entry in the rapidly evolving space where corporate finance meets digital assets.