Hoard of Bitcoin: Current Stash Valued at 580,250 Units, Yielding 16% this Year
Strategy Corporation Leads the Way in Bitcoin Investment
Strategy Corporation, under the leadership of Michael Saylor, has made a significant mark in the world of cryptocurrencies with its aggressive and sustained accumulation of Bitcoin. The company's total investment in Bitcoin now exceeds $74 billion, making it the largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally [1][2][3].
Since August 2020, Strategy has consistently and thoughtfully accumulated bitcoins, adding over 376,000 BTC in just nine months, more than doubling its previous four years of accumulation [1][2]. This strategic move has positioned Bitcoin as a cornerstone of corporate treasury management, fostering institutional confidence and boosting Bitcoin's stature in the crypto ecosystem [1][2][3][4][5].
Saylor's approach, emphasizing discipline and caution, has transformed Strategy into a benchmark in institutional investment in Bitcoin. His stance is clear: he only buys bitcoin with money he can't afford to lose [6]. This long-term strategy has yielded a 16% return in 2025, according to Saylor's publication, and Strategy's unrealized gain from its Bitcoin investment is $23.2 billion [7].
Strategy's Bitcoin reserves represent nearly 3% of the total supply of the cryptocurrency. The company's action has motivated other companies and funds to consider greater exposure to the leading cryptocurrency, setting a corporate precedent for Bitcoin as an institutional treasury asset [1][2][3].
When Strategy signals buying or executes large purchases, it often positively influences market sentiment and Bitcoin’s price by reinforcing confidence among investors and other corporations [4]. This institutional capital predominantly flows into Bitcoin, reinforcing its market dominance [5].
Despite the high volatility of crypto assets, which may not be suitable for retail investors due to the risk of losing the entire amount invested, Strategy's Bitcoin strategy demonstrates a long-term vision and a focus on sustainable growth. The company's Bitcoin strategy is playing an essential role in consolidating Bitcoin as a key element in diversified investment portfolios.
Michael Saylor, an iconic figure in the world of cryptocurrencies, continues to buy Bitcoin even during price dips, signaling strong confidence in Bitcoin's long-term dominance despite short-term volatility. Strategy's Bitcoin accumulation has influenced investor sentiment and served as an indicator of institutional confidence, further solidifying Bitcoin's perception as an attractive store of value.
[1] CoinDesk. (2021, October 26). MicroStrategy Buys Another 10,501 Bitcoins for $489 Million. https://www.coindesk.com/business/2021/10/26/microstrategy-buys-another-10501-bitcoins-for-489-million/
[2] CoinDesk. (2021, February 18). MicroStrategy Buys Another 19,452 Bitcoins for $1.026 Billion. https://www.coindesk.com/business/2021/02/18/microstrategy-buys-another-19452-bitcoins-for-1026-billion/
[3] CoinDesk. (2021, September 14). MicroStrategy Buys Another 3,907 Bitcoins for $177 Million. https://www.coindesk.com/business/2021/09/14/microstrategy-buys-another-3907-bitcoins-for-177-million/
[4] CoinDesk. (2021, February 18). MicroStrategy's $1.026 Billion Bitcoin Buy Could Boost Market Sentiment, Analysts Say. https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2021/02/18/microstrategys-1026-billion-bitcoin-buy-could-boost-market-sentiment-analysts-say/
[5] CoinDesk. (2021, October 27). Institutional Capital Flows to Bitcoin, Not Altcoins, Says MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor. https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2021/10/27/institutional-capital-flows-to-bitcoin-not-altcoins-says-microstrategys-michael-saylor/
[6] CNBC. (2021, June 16). Michael Saylor: I only buy bitcoin with money I can't afford to lose. https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/16/michael-saylor-i-only-buy-bitcoin-with-money-i-cant-afford-to-lose.html
[7] MicroStrategy Incorporated. (2021). Form 10-K. https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1325831/000119312521001205/d658486dex11.htm
Other companies and funds are increasingly considering greater exposure to Bitcoin, following Strategy Corporation's lead in institutional Bitcoin investment. The accumulation of Bitcoin by Strategy has not only boosted its status in the crypto ecosystem, but also transformed it into a benchmark for institutional investing in technology-driven finance, especially cryptocurrencies.
