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Michael Saylor’s Revenge: $217M Bitcoin Buy After S&P 500 Rejection! | Simply Originals

Sep 9, 2025
Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy, is a vocal advocate for Bitcoin, known for his large-scale investments in the cryptocurrency. In this engaging discussion, Saylor shares his bold move of purchasing $217 million worth of Bitcoin after being snubbed by the S&P 500. He explores the transformative potential of Bitcoin as a financial asset, discusses market predictions amidst economic challenges, and highlights Bitcoin's rising status as digital gold. The conversation delves into the growing institutional interest and its implications for the future of finance.
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ANECDOTE

S&P Snub And MicroStrategy's Reaction

  • Michael Saylor recounts the S&P 500 rejecting MicroStrategy for inclusion in favor of Robinhood and a dating app company.
  • He says MicroStrategy expected the snub and views broader market adoption as gradual.
INSIGHT

Bitcoin As A Capital Markets Transformation

  • Michael Saylor argues Bitcoin is a digital transformation in capital markets that benefits from scarcity and broader institutional adoption.
  • He expects macro catalysts like Fed rate cuts to push Bitcoin much higher, potentially to $200k by year-end.
ANECDOTE

Buying Bitcoin As A Statement

  • After the S&P snub, Michael Saylor bought 1,955 Bitcoin for $217 million and joked 'needs more orange.'
  • The purchase pushed his holdings to over 3% of Bitcoin supply and became a public statement of conviction.
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