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‘The second century begins’: Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys another 17,994 bitcoin for $1.3 billion as holdings reach 738,731 BTC

The Block|James Hunt|March 9, 2026 at 12:07 PM

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MicroStrategy has purchased an additional 17,994 bitcoin for $1.3 billion, bringing their total holdings to 738,731 BTC. The company now controls over 3.4% of bitcoin's total 21 million supply, with holdings valued at approximately $49 billion.

Key Takeaways

→MicroStrategy acquired 17,994 bitcoin for $1.3 billion in their latest purchase.
→The company's total bitcoin holdings have reached 738,731 BTC worth around $49 billion.
→MicroStrategy now controls more than 3.4% of bitcoin's entire 21 million coin supply.
→This purchase continues the company's aggressive bitcoin accumulation strategy under Michael Saylor's leadership.
→The acquisition represents one of the largest corporate bitcoin purchases by a single entity.

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