Strategy Acquires 1,283 Bitcoin for $116M in 2026's First Purchase
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 05 2026- Bitcoin Accumulation: Strategy's first purchase of 2026 involved acquiring 1,283 Bitcoin for $116 million, raising its total holdings to 673,783 Bitcoin valued at approximately $62.6 billion, demonstrating long-term confidence despite ongoing market volatility.
- Liquidity Management: The company utilized proceeds from prior equity sales to fund the purchase at an average price of around $90,000 per Bitcoin, while also increasing its USD reserves by $62 million to a total of $2.25 billion, supporting operational expenses and strategic financial planning.
- Financial Challenges: Despite the Bitcoin accumulation, Strategy reported a substantial $17.4 billion unrealized loss in Q4 2025 due to a more than 23% decline in Bitcoin prices, negatively impacting the company's short-term financial performance.
- Market Influence: Strategy's Bitcoin accumulation strategy has inspired other corporations to adopt Bitcoin treasuries, leading to a collective holding of approximately 1.09 million Bitcoin among influenced companies, representing over 5% of the total supply, highlighting its significant position in the cryptocurrency market.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
