Michael Saylor, the outspoken founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has ignited the crypto world with a provocative proposal: the U.S. government should acquire up to 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply—5.25 million BTC—over the next decade. Unveiled in a document titled “A Digital Assets Strategy to Dominate the 21st Century Global Economy” at the White House Crypto Summit on March 7, 2025, Saylor’s plan calls for “consistent, programmatic daily purchases” from 2025 to 2035, when 99% of Bitcoin’s 21 million coins will be issued. This ambitious pitch to President Donald Trump and global crypto leaders could redefine America’s financial future—or spark a contentious debate.
Saylor’s vision builds on Trump’s March 6 executive order establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, initially funded with 198,109 seized BTC worth $17 billion. “Acquire 5-25% of the Bitcoin network in trust for the nation,” he wrote, advocating a “Never sell your Bitcoin” policy. He predicts that by 2045, this reserve could generate $10 trillion annually, potentially yielding $16 trillion to $81 trillion for the U.S. Treasury, easing the $35 trillion national debt.
The pitch isn’t new—Saylor floated a 20% reserve idea at CPAC in February 2025, arguing it would secure U.S. “cyberspace dominance” and enrich the nation. Now, with Strategy holding 478,740 BTC—over $44 billion—he’s doubled down, presenting at the Summit alongside figures like Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong. “It’s a perpetual source of prosperity,” Saylor told attendees, framing Bitcoin as “digital Manhattan”—a once-in-a-century asset grab akin to historical U.S. land purchases.
Market implications loom large. Bitcoin’s $1.84 trillion market cap could balloon if the U.S. buys 25%—CryptoQuant’s 2024 “Bitcoin multiplier” suggests every $1 invested boosts BTC’s cap by $3-$4 in a bull run, implying a $1.4-$1.9 trillion surge. But liquidity’s a hurdle—only 3-4 million BTC are liquid, and Saylor’s plan would lock up most, potentially spiking prices to $200,000 or beyond. Critics like David Gerard argue it’s “price support” for Strategy’s $46 billion hoard, though Saylor’s “never sell” mantra suggests a long game.
For Web3, this is a watershed. Trump’s pro-crypto shift—evident at the March 7 Summit—meets Saylor’s maximalism at a pivotal moment. If executed, the U.S. could dominate BTC’s network, leaving nations like China or Saudi Arabia scrambling. Yet, risks linger—overreach could destabilize markets or alienate privacy-focused crypto purists. A 5% BTC move, “Thanks for this,” Saylor’s gambit could either cement U.S. crypto supremacy or fuel a volatile reckoning by 2035.
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