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06/22 18:04
Semler Scientific Bets on Bitcoin While Traditiona
Semler Scientific Bets on Bitcoin While Traditional Financial Institutions Remain Skeptical
While many in the hedge fund world remain skeptical about Bitcoin's long-term relevance, especially after the end of the Trump era, Eric Zemler is going in the opposite direction – and quite aggressively.
The chairman of Semler Scientific and founder of TCS Capital Management sees skepticism in financial circles not as a warning, but as a signal to redouble efforts.
In an interview with Natalie Brunel, he noted that many of his colleagues consider Bitcoin a passing fad that could fade as the political climate in the US changes. The chairman disagrees. In fact, he’s positioning his company for a massive increase in its BTC holdings, aiming to amass 105,000 tokens by the end of 2026, up from just over 4,400 today. His short-term goal? 10,000 BTC by the end of the year.
Semler’s commitment comes at a time when doubts are growing about the durability of government support for cryptocurrencies. While the Trump administration recently approved a strategic Bitcoin reserve, figures like JAN3’s Samson Moe have expressed concerns that a change in leadership could undo that support. Semler, however, seems unfazed, citing his experience betting against the consensus — and winning.
He believes that market volatility is often a prerequisite for the highest returns. He described his approach as intentionally contrarian, stating that some of his most successful investments were made when he was practically the only one with such a belief. He believes that Bitcoin now fits perfectly into this model.
Semler’s aggressive stance also aligns with broader trends. According to a 2024 report by PwC and the Alternative Investment Management Association, nearly half of hedge fund managers now have some exposure to cryptocurrencies, up from 29% in 2023. Meanwhile, a 2021 Intertrust Global survey found that 98% of CFOs at large hedge funds expect to allocate about 7.2% of their assets to digital currencies by 2026.
While Wall Street waits for clarity, Semler is acting – and betting that time will prove him right.
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