Microsoft is facing a shareholder vote on a proposal to invest in Bitcoin at its annual meeting on December 10, 2024. The company currently holds $76 billion in cash, and a 10% allocation to Bitcoin could mean a $7.6 billion investment, translating to around 104,109 BTC at an average price of $73,000 each. This would be a significant addition to Microsoft’s existing Bitcoin holdings of 9,720 BTC but would still be less than MicroStrategy's extensive accumulation. If Microsoft were to proceed, options include direct purchases, investing in Bitcoin funds, or using derivatives. The vote is non-binding, acting more as a measure of shareholder sentiment rather than a mandate. Microsoft's board has recommended a vote against the proposal, citing concerns over Bitcoin's volatility and regulatory uncertainty. Nonetheless, institutional interest in Bitcoin is growing, and the potential of Microsoft’s investment could influence other corporations to consider similar moves.

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