Renowned author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki, is once again drawing attention to Bitcoin. In his latest statement, he argues that the cryptocurrency offers a simple way to become wealthy, and that anyone failing to do so with BTC must be “stupid.”
“Getting rich takes a lot of smarts when you’re older, but with Bitcoin it’s easy—just buy and hold,” he wrote on social media.
Analysts’ and Skeptics’ Views
Not everyone shares Kiyosaki’s enthusiasm. American billionaire Cliff Asness continues to see Bitcoin as a bubble. Still, analysts like Tom Lee of Fundstrat predict the cryptocurrency could rise to $250,000 in 2025 thanks to pro-crypto policies in the U.S.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin continues to struggle around the $100,000 level despite the market’s recovery. One source of pressure remains the Federal Reserve’s tight monetary measures, including the possibility of no rate cuts in the near future.
Crypto Community Reaction
Kiyosaki’s remarks sparked lively debate within the crypto community. Many agreed with him, calling Bitcoin a financial system revolution. However, some were skeptical.
Certain users noted that achieving success involves not only buying Bitcoin but also enduring the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it. Others accused Kiyosaki of portraying Bitcoin as a “cheat code to wealth,” which they claim misleads investors.
Interestingly, in 2017 Kiyosaki stated that he wouldn’t invest in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies because he didn’t understand them. Now, he actively promotes crypto as a pathway to financial freedom.
