Posted 3/4/2024, 6:31:00 PM
Tesla Still Holds $650 Million in Bitcoin Amid Renewed Price Surge
- Tesla originally invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin in early 2021 and briefly accepted it as payment for vehicles before suspending due to energy usage concerns
- Tesla still holds around 9,720 Bitcoins worth over $650 million, the 3rd largest public company holdings
- Bitcoin is surging in value, up 55% in the last month, ahead of an upcoming "halving" event which will reduce new supply
- It's unclear if Tesla will sell its holdings for profit, double down with more investment, or resume accepting Bitcoin for payments
- Bitcoin mining is starting to use more renewable energy, which could address Tesla’s previous environmental concerns