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Michael Saylor, the co-founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, has recently been added to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index with a net worth of $7.37 billion, reflecting the growing influence of digital assets in corporate treasury strategies. The index, which tracks the wealth of the world’s richest individuals, now includes Saylor due to the substantial Bitcoin holdings of MicroStrategy, which owns 636,505 BTC valued at approximately $70 billion as of the latest reports. This development marks a significant milestone for the firm, which has positioned itself as one of the largest corporate buyers of Bitcoin in the market [1].

Despite this financial recognition, MicroStrategy did not secure a spot in the S&P 500 index during its recent rebalancing on September 5. The S&P 500 is a widely followed benchmark for U.S. equities and includes 500 of the largest publicly traded companies in the country. The exclusion of MicroStrategy was notable, especially as the firm had been speculated to qualify for inclusion based on its market capitalization and influence in the digital asset space. Analyst Lark Davis had previously predicted the company’s inclusion, but the decision ultimately did not materialize [1].

In contrast, Robinhood Markets, another major player in the crypto and trading space, successfully joined the S&P 500 index. This made it the third publicly traded firm focused on cryptocurrency to enter the index, following Coinbase and Block, Inc. The inclusion of Robinhood signifies the growing institutional acceptance of companies that operate in the digital asset ecosystem. The firm’s shares experienced a sharp rise in after-hours trading following the announcement, reflecting investor enthusiasm over its inclusion [1].

The broader Bitcoin treasury landscape has also reached a historic milestone, with total holdings by public companies surpassing 1,000,000 BTC. This marks a significant shift as corporate entities increasingly view Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. The data, compiled by BitcoinTreasuries.net, highlights a trend where publicly traded companies are collectively holding nearly 5% of all Bitcoin. The platform attributes this growth to long-term accumulation strategies being deployed by firms that have raised substantial capital in recent years [2].

Pete Rizzo, president of BitcoinTreasuries.net, commented on the ongoing evolution of institutional adoption. He noted that while the milestone of 1,000,000 BTC is significant, it represents just the beginning of a broader trend. As more firms continue to allocate capital toward Bitcoin, the asset is expected to play an increasingly prominent role in corporate balance sheets. The data from the platform allows investors and analysts to track the contribution of various sectors and firms to this growing trend, offering insights into the market’s evolving perception of Bitcoin as a legitimate investment class [2].

The continued accumulation of Bitcoin by corporate treasuries has also sparked discussions around its potential impact on the asset’s price and volatility. With companies now holding a substantial portion of the total supply, there is growing speculation that this trend could stabilize Bitcoin’s price over the long term. However, such predictions remain speculative, and the market continues to be influenced by macroeconomic factors and regulatory developments. As the institutional adoption of Bitcoin accelerates, the role of these corporate holdings in shaping the broader market is expected to become more pronounced [2].

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[1] Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy misses S&P 500, Robinhood ... (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/michael-saylor-microstrategy-misses-p-002101210.html)

[2] Total Bitcoin Treasury Holdings Surpass 1 MILLION BTC (https://ktla.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/846057740/total-bitcoin-treasury-holdings-surpass-1-million-btc-a-landmark-milestone-in-institutional-adoption)