Marathon Digital CEO Fred Thiel recommends investing small, consistent amounts in Bitcoin every month, highlighting its strong long-term growth potential. In a recent interview with Fox Business, Thiel expressed an extremely optimistic outlook for Bitcoin in 2025, driven by increasing institutional interest and potential strategic Bitcoin reserves by countries.
Although Thiel didn’t provide a specific price prediction, he emphasized that Bitcoin’s regulatory progress and rising demand could trigger significant price increases. The limited monthly supply from Bitcoin mining, combined with growing global interest, may lead to supply shortages. “If countries start holding strategic Bitcoin reserves, others will follow. And since only a small amount of Bitcoin is mined monthly, demand will outpace supply, causing prices to rise,” Thiel explained.
Historically, Bitcoin supply shocks have caused significant price surges during bullish cycles. This pattern was evident in early 2024 after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved 12 Bitcoin ETFs. Institutional interest soared, pushing demand higher while OTC Bitcoin availability remained low. A similar scenario could unfold if multiple countries pursue Bitcoin reserves in 2025, with nations like Russia and Switzerland already considering this move.
Thiel’s suggestion to invest small amounts regularly stands out in its simplicity. He believes this strategy reduces risk and allows investors to benefit from Bitcoin’s consistent long-term growth. “Over the past 14 years, Bitcoin has only seen three losing years. On average, its value has increased by 29% to 50% annually. My advice is to invest a little every month and let it grow over time,” he stated.
The Marathon CEO remains confident about growing institutional adoption. He referenced banking giant Morgan Stanley’s potential expansion into cryptocurrency and predicted that other major financial institutions would follow. Additionally, BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), which surpassed the company’s gold ETF in less than a year, played a significant role in boosting institutional confidence. Thiel credited BlackRock CEO Larry Fink’s endorsement of Bitcoin as a key turning point, especially given his firm stance against regulatory challenges from SEC Chair Gary Gensler.
Looking ahead, Thiel suggested that the incoming Trump administration could further accelerate crypto adoption through its proposed presidential crypto council. While he refrained from commenting on any personal involvement, Thiel expressed optimism about the council’s potential impact on the industry.
In summary, Thiel’s message is clear: Bitcoin's supply scarcity, increasing institutional adoption, and potential strategic reserves by nations set the stage for a strong 2025. His advice? Invest small amounts regularly, stay patient, and watch Bitcoin’s value grow over time.
