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Bitcoin’s journey to $150,000 has hit an unexpected roadblock – short-term investors selling off at the wrong time. As Bitcoin surged, a wave of holders without long-term conviction took the opportunity to cash out. But there’s a twist. A new group of investors, including those entering through ETFs and Bitcoin treasury companies, are stepping in.  Could they be the key to Bitcoin’s next breakout? Here’s what Saylor has to say. Short-Term Mindset Fuels the Sell-Off Michael Saylor, the founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), didn’t hold back when discussing the current market dynamics. Speaking with Natalie Brunell on the Coin Stories podcast, Saylor explained that many Bitcoin holders, especially those like governments, lawyers, and bankruptcy trustees, lack the “10-year investor mindset.” When Bitcoin’s price surged, these short-term holders saw an opportunity to liquidate, which has created space for new investors with a more long-term outlook. “I think we’re going through a rotation right now,” Saylor said. “Non-economically interested parties are rotating out, while new investors are coming in.” In a market where volatility is constant, short-term panic sellers often react to price drops, adding to the challenge. It’s a cycle that can hurt Bitcoin’s long-term price trajectory. Strategy’s Bitcoin Bet Pays Off (Despite the Rollercoaster) For Strategy, it’s been a ride of highs and lows, but they’ve stuck to their plan. With 555,450 BTC valued at around $57.54 billion, the company’s Bitcoin holdings are now 50.27% above their average purchase price of $68,569. This long-term strategy has paid off, even as Bitcoin fluctuates between highs of $109,000 (reached on January 20) and dips as low as $76,273 (by April 9). Despite the dip, Bitcoin has shown signs of recovery, hitting $100,000 on May 8. Saylor, ever the optimist, sees the current market conditions as a great opportunity for those willing to…

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