Michael Saylor Proposes Bold $81 Trillion Bitcoin Reserve Strategy
Michael Saylor Proposes Bold $81 Trillion Bitcoin Reserve Strategy for the US Government
Michael Saylor, a well-known Bitcoin advocate and co-founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has put forth an ambitious plan urging the US government to amass a significant Bitcoin reserve. He claims this initiative could generate up to $81 trillion in national wealth by 2045.
A Vision for Economic Dominance
Saylor unveiled his proposal at the White House Crypto Summit, outlining a long-term accumulation strategy that would see the US acquire between 5% and 25% of the Bitcoin network over the next decade. His plan advocates for systematic, daily purchases from 2025 to 2035, aligning with the timeline when 99% of Bitcoin is expected to be mined.
“I shared this at the White House Digital Assets Summit,” Saylor stated, emphasizing his belief in Bitcoin’s long-term value due to its fixed supply and increasing global adoption.
According to his calculations, securing up to 25% of the Bitcoin supply would establish the US as a dominant force in the financial sector, providing a substantial economic advantage.
Trillions in Value by 2045
Saylor estimates that a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) could generate anywhere from $16 trillion to $81 trillion in value for the US Treasury by 2045. This projection depends on Bitcoin’s continued adoption and price appreciation.
Beyond wealth generation, he envisions Bitcoin as a long-term store of value that could act as a hedge against inflation. The initiative, he argues, would fortify the dollar, reduce national debt, and reinforce America’s standing as a global financial powerhouse.
A No-Sell Policy for Maximum Impact
A key aspect of Saylor’s proposal is that the US should never liquidate its Bitcoin holdings. Instead, he suggests that the SBR could generate at least $10 trillion annually by 2045 through appreciation and financial mechanisms. He envisions this as a sustainable economic solution that could fund infrastructure projects, technological advancements, and social programs—without raising taxes or increasing national debt.
Regulatory Overhaul and Digital Asset Framework
Saylor’s vision extends beyond Bitcoin accumulation. His broader strategy calls for regulatory reforms that position the US as a leader in the digital currency space. He argues that existing tax policies and regulations on crypto miners, holders, and exchanges are stifling industry growth and should be reformed.
He categorizes digital assets into four distinct groups: digital tokens, digital securities, digital currencies, and digital commodities, each serving a unique economic function. His regulatory framework aims to create a clear and supportive environment for cryptocurrency innovation while maintaining market integrity.
If the US were to adopt Saylor’s proposal and acquire 25% of Bitcoin’s supply, it would hold approximately 5.25 million BTC—far surpassing the 1 million BTC (5% of total supply) proposed in the 2024 Bitcoin Act introduced by Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis.
Whether or not the US government embraces Saylor’s ambitious blueprint remains to be seen, but his proposal highlights the growing influence of Bitcoin in discussions about national economic strategy.
