The National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), a conservative think tank, has recently proposed that Microsoft assess the potential of investing in Bitcoin. This proposal highlights MicroStrategy’s significant gains from its Bitcoin investments, noting that despite its smaller scale, MicroStrategy’s stock has outperformed Microsoft’s by over 300% this year.

In response to this proposal, Microsoft’s board has recommended that shareholders vote against it, stating that the company already evaluates a wide range of investable assets, including Bitcoin. The board emphasized its commitment to maintaining stability and minimizing risk in its investment strategies.

Amid these developments, Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, has been invited to present a brief, three-minute case for Bitcoin investment to Microsoft’s board of directors. Saylor has been a vocal advocate for corporate Bitcoin adoption, suggesting that companies like Microsoft could enhance shareholder value by incorporating Bitcoin into their investment portfolios.

The shareholder vote on this proposal is scheduled for December 10, 2024. The outcome will indicate whether Microsoft’s shareholders are inclined to explore Bitcoin as a corporate investment or prefer to adhere to the board’s current investment approach.