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This purchase adds to a remarkable streak. It marks the fifth consecutive week that MicroStrategy has been heavily investing in bitcoin. This latest acquisition added 21,550 Bitcoins to the company’s treasury for an estimated total of $2.1 billion.
The average cost of this latest purchase was roughly $98,783 per bitcoin, a testament to MicroStrategy’s dedication despite bitcoin’s volatileDifferentiating itself from most corporations, MicroStrategy financed this acquisition through share issuance, further highlighting its commitment to bitcoin as a long-term investment.
“We are pleased to announce the acquisition of an additional 21,550 bitcoins,” stated MicroStrategy Founder and Chairman Michael Saylor, in an X post. “This brings our total bitcoin holdings to …tantamount to a total expenditure of more than $15.63 billion in bitcoin.
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However, the price surge proved temporary. Just hours after hitting this milestone, bitcoin subsequently corrected back down below $100,000, settling around $97,700. at the time of writing.
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## Interview with Bitcoin Analyst on MicroStrategy’s Latest Big Buy
**Host:** Joining us today is cryptocurrency analyst, Sarah Jones, to discuss MicroStrategy’s latest massive purchase of Bitcoin. Sarah, thanks for being with us.
**Sarah Jones:** Thanks for having me.
**Host:** So, MicroStrategy just bought another $2 billion worth of Bitcoin. This brings their total investment to a staggering $15.63 billion! What’s your take on this bold move?
**Sarah Jones:** This is definitely a bold move, especially considering Bitcoin’s notorious volatility. While some applaud MicroStrategy’s faith in Bitcoin as a long-term store of value, others criticize the company for putting so much of its resources into such a volatile asset.
**Host:** Exactly. This news comes just weeks after they purchased another $4.6 billion worth of Bitcoin. Is there any end in sight to this buying spree?
**Sarah Jones:** It’s hard to say. Michael Saylor, MicroStrategy’s CEO, seems genuinely convinced about Bitcoin’s potential and has stated his commitment to continuing this strategy. However,
(https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/currencies/microstrategy-crypto-bitcoin-rally-saylor-microsoft-amazon-shareholders-inflation-cryptocurrency-2024-12?op=1) suggests this strategy might be influencing other corporations to consider investing in Bitcoin, particularly Microsoft and Amazon.
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That’s interesting. Could this signal a bigger trend of institutional adoption of Bitcoin?
**Sarah Jones:** It’s certainly possible. If major players like Microsoft or Amazon start investing heavily in Bitcoin, it could lead to a domino effect, further legitimizing the cryptocurrency and driving up its value.
**Host:** Some analysts argue that MicroStrategy’s strategy is risky, particularly because they’re financing these purchases through share issuance. What are your thoughts on the risks involved?
**Sarah Jones:** Yes, there are certainly risks involved. If the price of Bitcoin drops significantly, MicroStrategy’s investment could take a huge hit. Share issuance dilutes existing shareholder value.
It will be crucial to watch how this strategy unfolds in the coming months and years.
**Host:** Sarah Jones, thank you for sharing your insights on this important development in the cryptocurrency world.
**Sarah Jones:** My pleasure.
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