Shareholder Demands Bitcoin Inclusion in Meta’s Treasury Strategy – Will It Work?

A shareholder proposal is urging Meta to consider adopting Bitcoin as a strategic treasury asset – what a bold move!

Submitted by Ethan Peck of the National Center for Public Policy Research, the proposal emphasizes Bitcoin’s ability to outpace inflation and strengthen corporate finances. With major corporations increasingly exploring Bitcoin as a viable asset, could crypto adoption increase? Read on to uncover the details and implications.

Bitcoin: A Hedge Against Inflation?

The National Center, a Washington-based think tank, has been promoting Bitcoin as a safeguard against inflation and a better alternative to traditional assets like cash and bonds. Their campaign points to Bitcoin’s historical performance and its reliability during economic uncertainties.

The National Center has also made similar proposals to corporate giants like Microsoft and Amazon. In December 2024, their initiative gained support from MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor Michael Saylor   Michael Saylor is a co-founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy). Before founding Microstrategy, he was a rocket scientist and studied aeronautics and astronautics at MIT on an Air Force scholarship. He dubs Bitcoin 'Digital Gold'.   He made some early investments in Bitcoin as soon as he realized it was going to be the next big thing in shaping decentralized finance from traditional finance. His firm's Strategy has made Bitcoin its primary treasury reserve.   Quick Facts Full Name Michael J. Saylor Birth 04-02-1965 in Lincoln, Nebraska Education BSc from MIT Marital Status To be updated / Unmarried Nationality American Net Worth $8.4B (Feb. 20205, Refer for realtime)   As per Forbes, Saylor bought another 17,732 bitcoins for $175 million in October 2020. Forbes covered Michael Saylor on its front page and called him "The Bitcoin Alchemist" as the latter's Net Worth hit a whopping $7.6B in January 2025.   Michael Saylor – Career Timeline 1983–1987: Studied Aeronautics & Astronautics and Science, Technology & Society at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). 1989: Co-founded Micro Strategy (Strategy). 1998: Micro Strategy IPO – Took Micro Strategy public on the NASDAQ at $12 per share. 2000: Accounting Scandal & Crash – Micro Strategy's stock plunged 62% in a day due to an accounting misstatement, wiping out billions in valuation. 2004–2019: Micro Strategy Rebuilds – Worked towards cloud-based analytics and AI-driven business intelligence, regaining stability. 2020: Bitcoin Strategy & Investment – Led Micro Strategy's $425M Bitcoin investment. He made it the first publicly traded company to adopt Bitcoin. 2021: Bitcoin Evangelism – Became one of Bitcoin’s most vocal advocates, encouraging corporations and institutions to adopt BTC and blockchain. 2022: Stepped down as CEO – Transitioned to Executive Chairman to focus entirely on Bitcoin strategy.   With a major focus on blockchain network growth, Saylor is considered one of the architects in shaping the growth of decentralized finance.   Useful Links to connect with Michael Saylor Platform Link to connect Micro Strategy (Strategy) Official Website MicroStrategy Michael Saylor’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelSaylor Hope.com (Bitcoin Education by Saylor) Bitcoin is Hope     msaylor@microstrategy.com EntrepreneurCrypto and Blockchain ExpertAuthor a prominent Bitcoin advocate. Saylor has often emphasized Bitcoin’s ability to resist inflation and preserve wealth over time.

The proposal to Meta cited microstrategy microstrategy - Business Intelligence as a prime example of successful corporate Bitcoin adoption. Over the past five years, MicroStrategy’s stock value has surged by an astounding 2,191%, largely driven by its substantial Bitcoin holdings.

Institutional Momentum Grows

The submission also pointed to the growing institutional recognition of Bitcoin, citing developments such as BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF gaining momentum. This progress highlights a broader acceptance of Bitcoin as a legitimate financial asset.

Aligning with Meta’s Vision

Meta has long been known for its forward-thinking approach to technology. The proposal argues that adopting Bitcoin fits well with Meta’s culture of innovation. Both CEO Mark Zuckerberg and board member Marc Andreessen have previously shown interest in blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies, further strengthening the case for Bitcoin integration.

The shareholder proposal suggests that embracing Bitcoin could elevate Meta’s reputation as a leader in both innovation and financial resilience. By adopting Bitcoin, Meta could set a precedent for other tech giants.

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The Bitcoin Revolution is Here!

With Bitcoin’s fixed supply and growing institutional adoption, proponents believe Meta could lead the corporate Bitcoin movement. If accepted, the proposal could mark Meta as one of the first tech giants to integrate Bitcoin into its financial strategy, joining a growing list of companies using Bitcoin to safeguard their treasuries.