[Ben Werkman: Bitcoin Continues to Weaken, Bitcoin Treasury Companies Face Pressure for Consolidation and Restructuring] According to The Block, Strive's Chief Investment Officer Ben Werkman stated that if Bitcoin remains sluggish, Bitcoin treasury companies relying on convertible debt financing will face pressure for consolidation, restructuring, or asset sales. Some companies may need to sell Bitcoin to meet operational funding needs or adjust their debt structures. Ben Werkman noted that Strive advances its strategy solely through equity financing, and acquisitions similar to Strive's purchase of Semler Scientific will become more common in the future.