Max Keiser Compares Michael Saylor to Warren Buffett Amid Bitcoin Debate

Max Keiser, a prominent Bitcoin advocate and broadcaster, has compared Michael Saylor, the executive chairman and co-founder of MicroStrategy, to Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. Keiser made these remarks in response to Buffett's comments about the long-term value of the US dollar during Berkshire Hathaway’s annual shareholder meeting on May 3, 2025. Buffett, who is 93 years old, expressed concerns about the systematic devaluation of the US dollar due to government policies. He noted that every system eventually debases its currency, and government decisions make paper money lose value over time. Buffett's remarks suggested an openness to non-traditional assets, although he did not explicitly mention Bitcoin.

Keiser interpreted Buffett’s comments as a tacit validation of the thesis behind Bitcoin. He stated that Saylor is the Warren Buffett of the 21st century, having seen the issues Buffett described and building his strategy around them. Keiser contrasted Saylor’s Bitcoin-focused investment approach with what he described as Buffett’s reliance on traditional finance. According to Keiser, Buffett benefited from having political leverage in Washington, particularly during the 2008 financial crisis, when his investments in Wall Street institutions aligned with government-led rescue efforts.

Under Saylor’s leadership, MicroStrategy began acquiring Bitcoin in 2020 as part of its corporate treasury strategy, citing concerns about the long-term debasement of fiat currencies. As of early 2025, the company holds more than 200,000 BTC, worth tens of billions of dollars at current market prices. Buffett has long been critical of Bitcoin, famously calling it “rat poison squared” in 2018. However, some in the digital asset space have interpreted his recent comments about currency debasement as aligning with core arguments made by Bitcoin proponents. Buffett's comments allude that while he may not like Bitcoin, he clearly understands why it exists. Sentiment on X (Twitter) shows that community members took notice, with some hoping that Buffett’s prospective replacement as CEO will see the next Berkshire Hathaway chief to lead the company in a different direction, potentially adopting Bitcoin.

Keiser's comparison of Saylor to Buffett highlights the shifting landscape of investment strategies in the face of economic uncertainties. While Buffett's approach has been rooted in traditional finance and political influence, Saylor's focus on Bitcoin reflects a growing trend towards digital assets as a hedge against fiat currency devaluation. The contrast between these two investment philosophies underscores the evolving nature of financial strategies in response to changing economic conditions. As the debate over the future of money continues, figures like Saylor and Keiser are at the forefront of advocating for Bitcoin as a viable alternative to traditional financial systems.