$600M Would Buy a Lot of Bitcoin’: Microstrategy Boss Steers Bezos Wedding Drama Toward Crypto

$600M Would Buy a Lot of Bitcoin’: Microstrategy Boss Steers Bezos Wedding Drama Toward Crypto

Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of Microstrategy, found an unexpected avenue to promote Bitcoin when he entered a public exchange on X (formerly Twitter) involving Jeff Bezos. The conversation, sparked by rumors of Bezos planning a $600 million wedding, took a turn toward cryptocurrency thanks to Saylor's interjection.

From Wedding Rumors to Bitcoin Buzz

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder and one of the world’s richest individuals, publicly dismissed rumors that he was planning a $600 million wedding with fiancée Lauren Sanchez. The alleged event, set to take place in Aspen, Colorado, next weekend, was labeled by Bezos as “completely false.”

Bezos addressed the speculation in a post on X:

“This whole thing is completely false — none of this is happening. The old adage ‘don’t believe everything you read’ is even more true today than it ever has been. Now lies can get ALL the way around the world before the truth can get its pants on. So be careful out there, folks, and don’t be gullible.”

He added a pointed remark about the media:

“Will be interesting to see if all the outlets that ‘covered’ and re-reported on this issue issue a correction when it comes and goes and doesn’t happen.”

In response, a chorus of support came from fellow billionaires. Elon Musk, founder of Tesla and SpaceX, jokingly wished Bezos an “epic wedding” in the future, while Bill Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square, labeled the rumors as “not credible.”

Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin Pivot

Amid the billionaire banter, Michael Saylor seized the moment with a cheeky comment:

“$600M would buy a lot of Bitcoin.”

The remark, though lighthearted, strategically redirected the discussion toward cryptocurrency, showcasing Bitcoin as a viable investment alternative even in the context of such exaggerated rumors.

Bitcoin in the Mainstream Spotlight

Saylor’s comment comes at a time when Bitcoin’s potential as an alternative asset is gaining momentum. Recently, Amazon shareholders proposed allocating 5% of the company’s assets to Bitcoin—a move echoing similar pitches to Microsoft. Saylor’s quip underscores his ongoing advocacy for Bitcoin as a store of value and a hedge against traditional financial instability.

This instance also illustrates Saylor’s strategy of capitalizing on viral moments to elevate Bitcoin into mainstream conversations. By steering the focus away from Bezos’ wedding drama, he highlighted Bitcoin’s relevance and long-term potential to a global audience.