Semler Scientific Plans 105,000 BTC Accumulation by 2027

Semler Scientific, a medical-technology company based in California, has announced an ambitious plan to acquire over 100,000 Bitcoins (BTC) within the next three years. The company aims to accumulate 105,000 BTC by the end of 2027, marking one of the most aggressive bitcoin accumulation strategies in the corporate world. This move is part of a broader strategy to integrate cryptocurrency into the company's financial operations and potentially hedge against inflation and market volatility.

To execute this plan, Semler Scientific has appointed Joe Burnett as its new Director of Bitcoin Strategy. Burnett, a veteran in the crypto industry, will oversee the implementation of the company's bitcoin acquisition strategy. The company has set interim targets, aiming to own at least 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025. This phased approach allows Semler Scientific to gradually build its bitcoin holdings while monitoring market conditions and adjusting its strategy as needed.

The decision to acquire such a significant amount of bitcoin reflects Semler Scientific's confidence in the long-term value and stability of the cryptocurrency. By diversifying its assets into bitcoin, the company seeks to protect its financial interests and potentially benefit from the digital currency's appreciation over time. This move also positions Semler Scientific as a forward-thinking entity in the medical-technology sector, embracing innovative financial strategies to secure its future.

The announcement has garnered attention within the industry, highlighting Semler Scientific's commitment to leveraging cryptocurrency as a strategic asset. The company's bold plan to accumulate over 100,000 BTC underscores its belief in the transformative potential of digital currencies and its willingness to take calculated risks to achieve long-term growth. As the company progresses towards its bitcoin acquisition goals, it will be closely watched by industry peers and investors alike, setting a precedent for other corporations considering similar strategies.

Semler Scientific first adopted Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset in May 2024. Since then, the company has accumulated 3,808 BTC, making it one of the largest Bitcoin holders among publicly listed firms. The company has already achieved a 287% Bitcoin yield and $177 million in unrealized gains on its BTC holdings as of June 3. The purchases would be funded through a combination of equity and debt financing, along with operational cash flow.

Recent filings and public disclosures show that Semler acquired 894 BTC in the first quarter of 2025 at a total cost of $90.7 million. Subsequently, on April 30, the firm disclosed the acquisition of 165 BTC for $15.7 million. Just a week later, it announced another 167 BTC purchase for $16.2 million, bringing total holdings to 3,634 BTC. By mid-May, the figure had reached 3,808 BTC, with a total cost basis of $340 million and a fair value of $387.9 million at the time.

Despite ongoing operating losses in its healthcare business, Semler’s Bitcoin strategy has driven positive returns. The company reported a 22.2% BTC yield in the first quarter of 2025 and a total unrealized gain of $177 million by early June. It also has one of the highest Bitcoin-per-share ratios among U.S. public companies, with 0.00034 BTC per share.

Semler’s approach mirrors a broader trend among publicly traded companies in the United States and beyond that have turned to Bitcoin as a strategic asset. Tokyo-listed Metaplanet is one such example. The firm surpassed 10,000 BTC in holdings as of June 16, reaching its year-end 2025 target six months early. Metaplanet is eyeing a more ambitious target of holding 100,000 BTC by the end of 2026 and 210,000 BTC by 2027, equivalent to 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply.