Key Takeaways
- A proposal urges Meta to add Bitcoin to its corporate finances, similar to proposals made to Microsoft and Amazon.
- The claim points to the successful adoption of Bitcoin by companies such as MicroStrategy and its potential as a hedge against inflation.
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Ethan Peck, a staff member at the National Center for Public Policy Research, has submitted a Bitcoin Finance Shareholder Proposal to Meta on behalf of his family's shares.
As shared by Tim Jotzman, a consulting entrepreneur and Bitcoin advocate, the initiative was highlighted in a post on X.
The National Center, a Washington-based think tank, has been actively urging corporations to consider Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty.
In December 2024, their Free Enterprise Project put forward a proposal at Microsoft's annual shareholder meeting, asking the company to evaluate Bitcoin's potential as a financial asset.
This proposal received special attention, with the Chairman of MicroStrategy Michael Saylor publicly supporting the initiative, emphasizing the properties of Bitcoin against inflation.
Likewise, the National Center submitted a Bitcoin Treasury proposal to Amazon, suggesting that the company allocate 5% of its assets to Bitcoin.
The recommendation pointed to Bitcoin's superior performance compared to traditional corporate bonds, underscoring its ability to protect corporate finances against currency depreciation.
With the appeal to Meta, the National Center continues its appeal, highlighting Bitcoin's proven fixed supply and its growing recognition as a strategic asset among investors. institutional investment.
The proposal cites examples of corporate adoption, such as MicroStrategy, along with recent developments such as the growing appeal of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF.
The proposal also aligns with Meta's strong track record in embracing new technologies.
“Meta has the opportunity to lead the corporate movement of Bitcoin adoption, demonstrating its commitment to innovation and financial resilience,” the filing said.
The National Center's proposals are part of a broader movement where investors and institutional activists advocate for Bitcoin as a corporate financial asset.
Companies such as MicroStrategy have set benchmarks for integrating Bitcoin into their financial strategies, with their stock outperforming the market by 2,191% over the past five years, which according to figures shared in the proposal.
If Meta considers this proposal, it would join a growing list of companies exploring Bitcoin's potential to diversify and protect their finances.
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