Semler Scientific expands its Bitcoin portfolio with a $50M acquisition, bolstering its growing presence in the market.
Semler Scientific Bolsters Bitcoin Holdings with $50M Acquisition
A Growing Presence in the Bitcoin Market
Medical equipment company Semler Scientific has made its third-largest bitcoin acquisition since adopting a bitcoin standard, purchasing 455 BTC for $50 million. This move brings their total holdings to 4,264 BTC, valued at over $450 million.
Sémer Scientific is a renowned company that specializes in the development and production of advanced materials for various industries.
The company's expertise lies in creating innovative materials with unique properties, such as high-temperature resistance, corrosion protection, and electrical conductivity.
Sémer Scientific's products are used in aerospace, automotive, energy, and healthcare sectors.
With a strong focus on research and development, the company has established itself as a leader in the field of materials science.
Recent Acquisition Details
The company’s latest purchase was funded through its at-the-market (ATM) equity offering program and averaged $109,801 per bitcoin. This acquisition is part of Semler Scientific‘s ongoing strategy to increase its bitcoin holdings and boost its Bitcoin Yield.
The Significance of BTC Yield
Semler Scientific‘s BTC Yield has risen to 25.8% in 2025, making it a key performance indicator for the company’s bitcoin investments. BTC Yield measures the year-to-date percentage change in the ratio of total bitcoin holdings to assumed diluted shares outstanding.
Impact on SMLR Shares and Bitcoin Price
The acquisition was announced alongside premarket trading where SMLR shares are lower by 5.3%. The price of bitcoin also declined Friday morning to $108,300, affecting the overall market sentiment.
Bitcoin's price is determined by supply and demand on cryptocurrency exchanges.
Factors influencing its value include market sentiment, regulatory changes, and adoption rates.
The total circulating supply of Bitcoin is capped at 21 million, which can contribute to price volatility.
According to historical data, the highest recorded price of Bitcoin was around $64,804 in April 2021.
The lowest recorded price was approximately $3,200 in December 2018.
About the Author
James Van Straten is a Senior Analyst at CoinDesk, specializing in Bitcoin and its interplay with the macroeconomic environment. He has developed expertise in on-chain analytics through his work as a Research Analyst at Saidler & Co., a Swiss hedge fund.
