Strategy Chair Michael Saylor Shares ‘21 Ways to Wealth’ in Vegas Keynote

Michael Saylor, Chair of Strategy (MSTR), delivered a keynote speech at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas, outlining his “21 ways to wealth” philosophy centered around Bitcoin. He used a compelling metaphor, likening Bitcoin to a fire: those who fear it will miss its benefits; those who merely speculate will only gain fleeting rewards; but those who understand its potential will “feed the fire” by investing in it.

Saylor, whose company holds approximately 3% of Bitcoin’s total supply, advocates for a complete shift of assets into Bitcoin. He urges individuals to exchange fiat currency, long-term capital, bonds, inferior equities, and real estate for Bitcoin. This, he argues, fuels Bitcoin’s network growth and ultimately leads to prosperity. This strategy, he terms “courage,” emphasizes embracing intelligent monetary risk.

While Saylor didn’t explicitly state the correlation between increased demand and price appreciation, the implication is clear: higher adoption drives price growth. Beyond courage, Saylor’s “21 ways” encompass several key principles. These include unwavering conviction in Bitcoin’s future, steadfast commitment to a single cause, fostering strong family relationships, embracing artificial intelligence, and engaging respectfully with existing power structures.

The final point emphasizes the importance of generosity and sharing success. Saylor encourages those who achieve wealth through Bitcoin to spread happiness, security, and hope to others. He views this as a reciprocal action, suggesting that those who initially discovered Bitcoin’s value have a responsibility to help others benefit from it. Saylor’s presentation provided a passionate and aspirational vision for Bitcoin’s future and its role in individual financial success.