ETHZilla Corporation Shifts Its Focus to Ethereum Asset Management

Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert

Source: Coinmarketcap

Updated: Aug 18 2025

Rebranding and Focus Shift: ETHZilla, formerly known as 180 Life Sciences Corp., has rebranded and shifted its focus to Ethereum asset management, officially changing its Nasdaq ticker to ETHZ on August 18, 2025.
Capital Influx for Development: The company raised $565 million through private placements and convertible bonds, supported by over 60 institutional investors, to fund its new strategy in Ethereum treasury management.
Significant Ethereum Holdings: ETHZilla now holds 94,675 ETH valued at approximately $419 million, aiming to develop on-chain yield generation solutions that could reshape institutional engagement with Ethereum.
Industry Impact and Regulatory Discussions: This transition marks the largest public-sector Ethereum staking strategy for a Nasdaq-listed company, potentially influencing regulatory discussions around crypto treasuries and altering market dynamics.

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Ohris M. Greyoon

Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.