Bitcoin And Ethereum To Serve As Hedges Against Inflation

In the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s victory on November 5, there has been a notable surge in interest surrounding Bitcoin (BTC) and other

Following President-elect Donald Trump’s victory on November 5, there has been a notable surge in interest surrounding Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets. This trend is prompting global firms and governments to explore integrating leading cryptocurrencies into their treasury reserves, a shift that reflects a broader acceptance of digital currencies, particularly in the United States.

On Monday, International Healthcare Group Cosmos announced its decision to add Bitcoin and Ethereum (ETH) to its treasury reserve assets, as part of its “forward-thinking” investment approach. This decision follows the company’s recent acquisition of Cloudscreen, an artificial intelligence-driven platform for drug repurposing.

By adding Bitcoin and Ethereum, along with the potential for other cryptocurrencies and blockchain-related assets, Cosmos aims to diversify its balance sheet and capitalize on the growing global adoption of digital currencies. The company is also taking steps to accommodate customers wishing to make payments in cryptocurrencies.

“Cosmos is a flexible, agile, and forward-looking Company. We believe this strategy will help us stand out by making a significant investment in the new era of technology,” said Greg Siokas, CEO of Cosmos Health. “We are excited about the future and will continue to identify and make new, future-focused investments to benefit our shareholders.”

Siokas highlighted Bitcoin and Ethereum as potential hedges against inflation and currency devaluation, while also serving as diversification tools with considerable upside potential. Siokas looks forward to building a sizable reserve in these digital assets.

In a parallel move, Semler Scientific, a company dedicated to developing technology products for healthcare providers, has also made headlines with its Bitcoin activities.

Between November 6 and November 15, Semler disclosed it acquired 215 BTC for approximately $17.7 million, averaging $82,502 per Bitcoin, including fees. As of November 15, Semler holds 1,273 BTC, acquired for an aggregate price of $88.7 million, averaging $69,682 per Bitcoin.

Semler Scientific uses Bitcoin Yield as a key performance indicator to evaluate its investment strategy. From October 1 to November 15, the BTC Yield was reported at 18.9%. Since adopting its Bitcoin treasury strategy in the second quarter of 2024, the yield has risen to 37.3%.

“We have achieved a BTC Yield of 37.3% since adopting our bitcoin treasury strategy, which we believe demonstrates substantial bitcoin accretion for our stakeholders,” said Eric Semler, chairman of Semler Scientific.]

Both companies are showcasing a growing trend among businesses and institutions to embrace digital assets, recognizing their potential as valuable components of a diversified investment strategy.

At the time of writing, the leading digital asset is trading at $91,855, up 1.5% in the 24-hour time frame, inching closer to its all-time high of $93,300 reached last week. On the other hand, Ethereum is trading at $3,180, also up nearly 3% in the same time frame.