Michael Saylor Proposes U.S. Government Buy 25% of Bitcoin by 2035, Stocks Surge

Michael Saylor, the founder of Strategy, has proposed an ambitious plan for the U.S. government to acquire a significant portion of Bitcoin, aiming for 25% of its supply by 2035. This initiative, known as the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, is envisioned to generate substantial financial benefits for the U.S. Treasury, potentially transforming the national debt landscape. Saylor's strategic document emphasizes the acquisition of 5-25% of the Bitcoin network in trust for the nation, envisioning a future of financial prosperity.

Saylor's proposal suggests that by instituting a never-sell policy for Bitcoin, the government could harness significant financial benefits. He predicts that by 2045, the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve could yield an annual revenue of over $10 trillion. This projection positions Bitcoin not just as a digital asset, but as a perpetual source of economic value that could significantly alleviate the national debt burden. The initiative aims to capture 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply by 2035, coinciding with the point when nearly all Bitcoin will have been mined. Saylor asserts that this initiative could create a unique financial mechanism for the government, akin to a new digital gold standard.

Earlier developments have set the stage for Saylor’s ambitious plans. On the day of Saylor’s presentation, an executive order was signed establishing a “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,” which would initially be funded by cryptocurrency seized in criminal cases. While the order did not lay out an immediate acquisition strategy, it tasked Treasury and Commerce officials to formulate budget-neutral plans for Bitcoin purchasing, ensuring minimal fiscal impact on taxpayers.

To understand the scope of Saylor’s proposal, it is pivotal to compare it with past legislative initiatives. Notably, a Senator previously suggested a more conservative 5% allocation, amounting to 1 million BTC through the Bitcoin Act introduced in July 2024. Saylor’s proposed 25% allocation would signify a drastic shift in governmental attitude towards cryptocurrency, elevating Bitcoin’s status in national financial strategy.

Alongside his advocacy for government intervention, Michael Saylor has remained a staunch supporter of Bitcoin investment through his firm, Strategy. Recently, the firm made headlines by acquiring an additional $2 billion in Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to nearly 500,000 BTC following a successful fundraising round. This relentless accumulation underscores Saylor