BTCS Announces First Ethereum Dividend for Publicly Traded Shareholders

• BTCS will pay dividends in Ethereum, a first among listed companies
• Long-term shareholders receive loyalty bonus in ETH
• Measure aims to limit short selling and attract investors

BTCS will become the first publicly traded company to distribute dividends in Ethereum (ETH), marking an unprecedented step in the integration of cryptocurrencies and traditional finance. The company announced that, starting August 18, shareholders will receive US$0,05 per share in ETH, reinforcing its strategy of approaching investors aligned with the digital sector.

In addition to this payment, BTCS introduced a loyalty bonus of $0,35 per share, intended for investors who transfer their shares to the company's transfer agent and hold them between September 26, 2025, and January 26, 2026. The program excludes executives and employees, seeking to prioritize retail investors and reward long-term support.

With shares currently priced at $4,41, participating shareholders can earn an additional $0,40 per share when combining dividends and bonuses. According to the company, this strategy aims to attract new investors and increase the value of those who maintain stable positions in its shareholder base.

Another key aspect of the initiative is to discourage short selling. Since shares transferred to the transfer agent cannot be loaned, the number of shares available for such transactions decreases, reducing negative speculative pressures. "The Loyalty Payment was created to reward long-term shareholders who have supported our vision and aims to limit market manipulation through predatory short selling," the company highlighted in a statement.

The decision also comes at a time when BTCS's market valuation, estimated at $211 million, remains below the value of its assets. The company holds 70.140 ETH, valued at over US$300 million, in addition to available cash. By aligning dividend payments with the value of its reserves, the company seeks to reduce the discrepancy between net equity and the trading price of its shares.

With this move, BTCS launches a model that combines value distribution in cryptocurrencies and loyalty mechanisms, setting a precedent for other companies interested in adopting similar strategies in the capital markets.