According to Cointelegraph, a crypto analyst has raised concerns about the sustainability of the Bitcoin treasury strategy, suggesting that its appeal may be waning for new companies entering the space. James Check, lead analyst at Glassnode, expressed his views in a recent post, indicating that the strategy might have a shorter lifespan than anticipated. He warned that the easy upside could already be behind for new Bitcoin treasury firms, emphasizing the importance of a sustainable product and strategy for long-term Bitcoin accumulation.
Check highlighted the challenges faced by newer Bitcoin treasury firms, noting that investors tend to favor early adopters. He remarked that the market is nearing a phase where it will be increasingly difficult for random companies to sustain a premium without a distinct niche. In the past month, 21 entities have added Bitcoin as a reserve asset, with Michael Saylor’s Strategy holding the largest public Bitcoin treasury of 597,325 BTC, followed by MARA Holdings with 50,000 BTC.
Despite the challenges, Check remains optimistic about Bitcoin's price, which is currently trading at $107,990, slightly below its all-time high. He acknowledged the difficulty in predicting the downturn for newer firms but noted that established companies like Strategy have more runway compared to newer entrants. Check also agreed with Udi Wizardheimer, co-founder of Taproot Wizards, who suggested that some companies are using the Bitcoin treasury strategy for quick profits without understanding its long-term implications.
Wizardheimer pointed out that weaker firms might be acquired by stronger players, as the trend could still have potential for growth. Concerns have been raised about firms adopting the Bitcoin treasury strategy, with venture capital firm Breed warning that only a few will withstand the test of time and avoid a "death spiral" impacting BTC holding companies. Fakhul Miah, managing director of GoMining Institutional, expressed worries about "copycat" companies attempting to create Bitcoin banks without proper safeguards, potentially causing a ripple effect that could harm Bitcoin's image.
