Michael Saylor , known for his steadfast Bitcoin bullishness, has emphasized that new U.S. tariffs on Swiss gold bars could trigger a fresh wave of institutional Bitcoin adoption.
He argues that unlike gold, Bitcoin’s digital nature makes it immune to such trade barriers.
Efficient alternative
There are no tariffs in cyberspace, he said, giving Bitcoin a significant edge as a global store of value.
Saylor points out how gold’s weight, slow settlement, and transport costs have always limited its practicality for cross-border transactions.
Now that tariffs add another layer of friction, more institutions might see Bitcoin as a faster, more efficient alternative.
He highlights Bitcoin’s ability to settle transactions anywhere in minutes, with no restrictions, calling this a new catalyst for corporate adoption.
$21 million per coin?
In fact, the bullion market reacted sharply to the tariff news, while Saylor notes that the number of companies holding Bitcoin on their balance sheets has jumped from 60 to about 160 in just six months.
This growth persists even as some corporate treasuries explore altcoins.
Saylor’s overarching message is simple. Bitcoin’s portability, speed, and freedom from physical constraints position it advantageously to benefit directly from rising trade tensions around gold.
His views fit within his broader long-term bullish targets for Bitcoin, he has projected prices growing to higher six figures by the end of the year and even $21 million per coin by 2046.
Store of value
So, in the grand scheme, Saylor sees tariffs on gold not as a headache but as a clear signal that Bitcoin’s unique properties will drive wider institutional support and adoption, reinforcing his stance that Bitcoin is becoming the premier inflation hedge and digital store-of-value for the modern era. He’s likely right.
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