Daily Hodl - April 15, 2025
cryptotycoon Michael Saylor amplifies $45.3 billion Bitcoin haul through strategic 3,459 bitcoin purchase
For the second time this year, the world's largest corporate Bitcoin (BTC) holder, formerly known as MicroStrategy, is doubling down on its investment by purchasing even more of the flagship crypto. Strategic, Inc. (MSTR) has just acquired an additional 3,459 BTC for nearly $285.8 million, bringing their total holdings to around 531,644 BTC, with an average acquisition price of roughly $67,556 per Bitcoin[1][2].
According to former CEO and founder, Michael Saylor, the company's year-to-date (YTD) Bitcoin yield currently stands at 11.4%[2].
Latest Bitcoin Spending Spree
MSTR bought these Bitcoins at an approximate cost of $82,618 per coin[1]
On April 14, Saylor revealed the latest BTC purchase, stating, "MSTR has acquired 3,459 BTC for ~$285.8 million at ~$82,618 per Bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 11.4% YTD 2025. As of 4/13/2025, Strategy holds 531,644 BTC acquired for ~$35.92 billion at ~$67,556 per Bitcoin."[2]
This is the eighth BTC acquisition by the company in 2025[1].
Building a Stronger Position in the Market
Back in January, Strategy announced its intention to accumulate more of the top crypto asset by market cap to strengthen its presence in the market[3].
In a statement, the firm noted that its planned capital raise slated for the first three months of the year might happen or not, depending on market conditions[3].
Further Funding for BTC Acquisition
Recently, Saylor revealed that the company sold $21 billion in preferred STRK stock to snap up more Bitcoin[4].
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