The author of Rich Dad Poor Dad says he is always happy whenever Bitcoin crashes, giving him leverage to add more BTC to his digital asset portfolio, regardless of its volatility.
Since BTC reached an all-time high of $109,114.88 on January 20 this year (2025), the market has been volatile, trading below $90K at the time of publication. But Robert Kiyosaki seems unbothered by the high volatility, tweeting his excitement about the recent crash, saying, “When Bitcoin crashes…. I smile and buy more. Bitcoin is money with integrity.”
Affirms His Stance on Investing in Digital Assets
Kiyosaki’s recent bullish statement reaffirms his long-held belief that Bitcoin is the future. In 2024, the author and businessman cited geopolitical unrest as a factor that could weaken the value of fiat currency, urging people to invest in alternative assets such as Bitcoin and gold.
His 2024 tweet followed the outbreak of the Israel- Hamas war, which he attributed to oil, stating that he had already purchased an electric vehicle (EV). He further predicted that the war would drive up gas prices, making “the poor poorer and the liberal woke greenies happier.”
Again, in January 2025, the 77-year-old author—whose first book, If You Want to Be Rich & Happy, hit bookshelves in 1993—predicted, like other major crypto investors, that Bitcoin’s value would reach $350,000 by the end of 2025.
His final tweet in 2024 read:
“I love Bitcoin in my own wallet. I would not trust Bitcoin in BlackRock’s ETF. BlackRock suppressing Bitcoin price so the whales can buy Bitcoin at under $100K. I will keep buying more Bitcoin because Bitcoin going higher. I predict Bitcoin to hit $350K in 2025.”
His views and previous predictions about the world’s most valuable cryptocurrency have sparked debates among financial analysts. Some have described Kiyosaki’s views as “overly optimistic or even missing crucial variables.” GoBankingRates quoted Patrick Gruhn, founder of Perpetuals, as saying.
‘Global Monetary System Is the Problem’
In his February 27 tweet, the financial educator asserted that Bitcoin is not the problem, instead blaming the global monetary system and labeling those behind monetary policies as “criminal bankers.”
Kiyosaki stated that the United States economy is on the brink of collapse, particularly if Japan and China stop buying U.S. bonds, calling it a “joke.”
He predicted:
“When countries such as Japan and China stop buying our bonds…. inflation will go through the roof…. our economy and the US dollar will crash. Those are a few of the reasons why…. When Bitcoin crashes…. I smile and buy more. Bitcoin is money with integrity.”
Criticisms Against Kiyosaki
Kiyosaki’s statement—“Bitcoin crashing, Bitcoin is on sale, I am buying”—has generated mixed reactions. However, this is not the first time the author has faced heavy criticism for his financial views and advice.
In the past, many of his critics have questioned his financial philosophies, particularly after one of his businesses went bankrupt.
Some argue that his advice has not led buyers of his financial courses to financial freedom. They have questioned why he continues to pressure subscribers to purchase additional courses, which they describe as “ineffective.”
Despite the criticisms, Kiyosaki remains vocal about financial policies and digital assets, urging those with the means to invest in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, claiming they will create more wealth for investors.