Michael Saylor Challenges Metaplanet to “Fight for Bitcoin” Amid New BTC Buys

Bitcoin advocate and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, Michael Saylor, has once again stirred the crypto community—this time through a gamified meme featuring himself and Simon Gerovich of Metaplanet. The image mimics an old-school fighting game, with Saylor and Gerovich representing their respective companies in a symbolic "battle" based on Bitcoin holdings. MicroStrategy’s character boasts 597,325 BTC as its HP, while Metaplanet stands at 13,350 BTC, reflecting the firms’ actual Bitcoin reserves.

Saylor tweeted the meme with the message, “If you’re going to fight, fight for Bitcoin,” playfully challenging Metaplanet to reach the number two spot among corporate Bitcoin holders. The visual was originally posted by Gerovich as a humorous response to Saylor’s earlier remarks, suggesting that in this battle, Bitcoin “bags” replace weapons.

Both companies recently announced significant BTC acquisitions. MicroStrategy added 4,980 BTC worth over $540 million, while Metaplanet purchased 1,005 BTC valued at approximately $108.1 million. These purchases reflect continued bullish sentiment despite Bitcoin trading just below $109,000 after briefly losing the $110,000 level this week.

The exchange between Saylor and Gerovich highlights growing competition among corporate Bitcoin holders as institutional interest continues to rise. While the imagery is playful, the underlying message is serious: the race to accumulate Bitcoin is intensifying.

This public rivalry and continued accumulation come at a time when Bitcoin’s price shows resilience amid market volatility. As BTC consolidates, eyes remain on major holders like MicroStrategy and Metaplanet, whose aggressive strategies reinforce Bitcoin’s position as a corporate treasury asset.