Bitcoin drives back toward $80k-but one billionaire may be fueling much of the rally | Fortune
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Bitcoin drives back toward $80k-but one billionaire may be fueling much of the rally | Fortune
"Bitcoin's price has climbed roughly 15% over the past month, crossing above $79,000 over the weekend, now sitting at around $77,000, the highest since February."
"Strategy has acquired over 100,000 Bitcoin in March and April, worth over $7.7 billion at current prices, surpassing BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF in total holdings."
"The pace of Bitcoin acquisition slowed last week, with Strategy acquiring 3,273 Bitcoin for $255 million, likely due to a slowdown in sales of its perpetual preferred shares."
"Energy prices are a complicating factor. With oil prices up, risk appetites may be lower, affecting pricing on growth assets generally, including crypto."
Bitcoin's price has increased by approximately 15% recently, reaching around $77,000, the highest since February. The rise is partly attributed to billionaire Michael Saylor's firm, Strategy, which acquired over 100,000 Bitcoin worth over $7.7 billion. However, the pace of acquisition has slowed due to a drop in sales of its perpetual preferred shares, STRC. Strategy plans to adjust dividend payments to manage Bitcoin purchases better. Broader market conditions, including rising energy prices, may also impact Bitcoin's price movement.
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