Strive, Inc. has finalized its all-stock acquisition of Semler Scientific, Inc., a move that dramatically expands its corporate Bitcoin treasury. The transaction, completed on January 16, 2026, folds Semler's 5,048.1 BTC into Strive's existing holdings, bringing the combined entity's total to approximately 12,797.9 Bitcoin.
This significant accumulation of Bitcoin propels Strive to become the 11th largest public corporate holder of Bitcoin globally, placing it firmly within the top 15 of all corporate holders. The acquisition underscores the continued trend of public companies utilizing Bitcoin as a core treasury reserve asset.
The deal also brings notable leadership changes. Avik Roy has been appointed as Strive's Chief Strategy Officer, while former Semler executive chairman Eric Semler joins Strive's board as an independent director. Furthermore, Joe Burnett has been named Vice President of Bitcoin Strategy, signaling a dedicated focus on the firm's cryptocurrency assets.
Strive's strategic pivot towards Bitcoin is part of a broader corporate history of significant mergers, including a potential $1.5 billion merger in 2025. Industry analysts view this latest acquisition as a move that could influence other corporate investment strategies, reinforcing Bitcoin's established role in corporate finance. Market watchers will now be looking for Strive to outline a clear treasury management playbook and execution milestones for its substantial Bitcoin holdings.
