Michael Saylor Predicts $21M Bitcoin Price by 2046

MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor dramatically ups his long-term Bitcoin forecast, citing unprecedented global and U.S. developments.

Michael Saylor, the founder and executive chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has once again reaffirmed his ultra-bullish stance on Bitcoin — this time with a jaw-dropping price prediction of $21 million per BTC by 2046.

Speaking at a recent keynote, Saylor attributed his increased optimism to seismic changes in political sentiment, regulatory clarity, and unexpected mass adoption — trends he says few saw coming even a year ago.

A Giant Leap From $13M to $21M

At the 2024 Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, Saylor predicted BTC would reach $13 million by 2045. Less than a year later, he has revised that target upward to $21 million — pushing the timeline forward by just a single year.

Source: Michael Saylor

So, what changed?

According to Saylor, the past 11 months have delivered “extraordinary” developments. One standout shift: the White House officially embracing Bitcoin.

“We didn’t anticipate this level of political support. The president now talks about making America the Bitcoin superpower. That changes everything,” Saylor stated, referencing President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance following his 2024 reelection victory.

The Political and Legislative Tailwind

Saylor emphasized that Trump’s win triggered a “sea change” in U.S. crypto policy. He pointed to the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve, the advancement of multiple pro-crypto bills — including the Bitcoin Act, the Genius Act (for stablecoins), and the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act — and a wave of pro-Bitcoin sentiment sweeping across individual U.S. states.

“These were unimaginable outcomes just a year ago,” said Saylor. “No one predicted that such regulatory and legislative momentum would align so quickly.”

Michael Saylor at the BTC Prague on June 21, 2025. Source: Trezor

Strategy’s BTC Holdings Surge Past $1 Billion

Saylor’s bold prediction comes as Strategy continues to expand its Bitcoin treasury, having recently acquired $1 billion worth of BTC, bringing its total holdings to 592,100 BTC as of June 15, 2025.

While many Bitcoin proponents advocate for self-custody — the ability to hold your assets independently without third parties — Saylor has taken a more cautious approach. Citing security concerns, he has declined to publish proof-of-reserves and previously advised users to entrust their BTC to institutions.

Following backlash from the crypto community, he softened his stance, stating in October 2024 that self-custody was appropriate “for those willing and able.”

Michael Saylor at the BTC Prague in June 2024. Source: BTC Prague

The Self-Custody Movement Gains Momentum

Despite Strategy’s institutional approach, grassroots support for Bitcoin’s core philosophy — self-sovereignty — continues to grow.

Events like BTC Prague have showcased a resurgence in interest for self-custody and open-source tools. Danny Sanders, Chief Commercial Officer at hardware wallet company Trezor, noted strong engagement at the event.

“We welcomed over 5,000 visitors — a vibrant mix of developers, Bitcoiners, and newcomers — all eager to explore self-custody and Bitcoin’s decentralized potential,” Sanders said.

Final Thoughts

With his eye firmly on the long-term horizon, Saylor sees Bitcoin not just as a digital asset, but as a revolutionary financial foundation poised for global dominance. Whether BTC reaches $21 million by 2046 remains to be seen — but one thing is clear: Michael Saylor is all-in.

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