Web3: Tesla Bull Ross Gerber No Longer Takes Bitcoin Seriously

CoinWorld reported:

Long-time Tesla bull investor Ross Gerber recently stated on the X platform that he no longer takes Bitcoin seriously, partly due to his growing dissatisfaction with the actions of Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor. This statement has once again brought discussions surrounding Strategy's Bitcoin strategy to the forefront.

Gerber Specifically Criticizes Saylor
Gerber wrote that Saylor has made him "lose interest in Bitcoin" and stated that it is now difficult to take this asset seriously. Over the past few months, he has publicly criticized Strategy's model of continuously buying Bitcoin through debt and capital market financing multiple times.

He believes that Saylor's public stance is inconsistent with Strategy's actual operations. Especially after Strategy began selling some Bitcoin, Gerber's criticisms escalated further. In early August, he stated that he had never sold any Bitcoin, using this to contrast with Strategy's operations.

Controversy Centers on Trading Rhythm
In recent months, Gerber has repeatedly questioned Strategy's trading methods, believing that their practice of buying high and selling low undermines market confidence. He also linked Bitcoin's recent weak performance to Saylor's influence on the market.

According to him, when the actions of large participants diverge from their public statements, it can exacerbate the liquidation pressure from speculative funds and create a negative feedback loop. This is one of the core reasons for his criticism of Strategy.

• Gerber has been involved in the crypto market since at least around 2018
• He stated in 2021 that he has been following Bitcoin and Ethereum for about 7 years
• He previously viewed Bitcoin as an anti-inflation tool and "digital gold"

Personal Positioning Attitude Has Also Changed
Although Gerber has long publicly supported Bitcoin, his personal allocation has also adjusted in recent years. Business Insider reported in March 2025 that Gerber had sold most of his Bitcoin holdings and shifted some funds towards gold.

This means that Gerber's negative evaluation of Bitcoin this time is not only a public criticism of Saylor but also reflects a change in his own views on such assets. For the market, statements from well-known investors like him are more signals of emotion and cognition, but in the context of ongoing attention on Strategy, related remarks may still amplify external discussions about the company's Bitcoin strategy.