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Semler Scientific's Bitcoin Bet Sparks 50% Stock Plunge

6/12/2025

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Semler Scientific (SMLR) adopted bitcoin in its treasury strategy, resulting in a nearly 50% stock drop in 2025.
The company's market cap stands at around $420 million, with bitcoin holdings worth $491 million (4,449 BTC).
Semler's NAV ratio is 0.859x, raising concerns about potential shareholder value dilution from share sales for bitcoin purchases.
Experts stress the importance of stable frameworks in corporate cryptocurrency strategies to safeguard asset value and shareholder interests.

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Semler Scientific (SMLR) adopted bitcoin in its treasury strategy, resulting in a nearly 50% stock drop in 2025.
The company's market cap stands at around $420 million, with bitcoin holdings worth $491 million (4,449 BTC).
Semler's NAV ratio is 0.859x, raising concerns about potential shareholder value dilution from share sales for bitcoin purchases.
Experts stress the importance of stable frameworks in corporate cryptocurrency strategies to safeguard asset value and shareholder interests.