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MicroStrategy Pauses Bitcoin Buying

Michael Saylor hits pause on his BTC accumulation.
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Feb 3, 2025 • 1 min read

After months of Bitcoin accumulation, MicroStrategy has hit the brakes on buying the asset.

What’s the Scoop?  

  • Buying Spree on Hold:  MicroStrategy has temporarily halted its Bitcoin purchases after aggressively accumulating over $20 billion worth of BTC over the past 3 months.
  • Massive Holdings: The company now holds 471,107 BTC, acquired for approximately $30.4 billion at an average price of $64,511 per Bitcoin.
  • Market Reaction: MicroStrategy’s stock has gone up slightly, 0.89%, following the announcement that the company did not buy any Bitcoin or issue common stock last week.   

Bankless Take  

MicroStrategy has been the poster child for corporate Bitcoin adoption, so any change in its buying pattern raises questions. This pause could be a strategic recalibration, a response to market conditions, or a shift in treasury management. While the company remains the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, its future moves will be closely watched, especially as institutional interest in Bitcoin continues to grow.

Not financial or tax advice. This newsletter is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This newsletter is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.

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