Jiuzi Holdings (NASDAQ:JZXN) shares are up on Friday following a significant investment announcement.

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The company has secured an $80 million investment from a strategic investor, which is expected to enhance its financial flexibility and operational capabilities as it moves into the crypto asset space, adding pressure as broader markets edged lower.

The strategic investor will initially subscribe for 40 million ordinary shares at a price of $2 per share, marking a substantial cash influx for Jiuzi.

Additionally, the agreement sets the stage for a second phase involving actual crypto contributions, which aims to optimize the company’s treasury structure and risk exposure.

The latest development follows Jiuzi Holdings’ strategic deal with a global digital asset investor. Under the agreement, the investor would transfer 10,000 Bitcoin to the company in exchange for equity worth about $1 billion.

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