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Ray Dalio, a well-known investor and the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Bridgewater Associates, has recently expressed a change in his views on Bitcoin (BTC). Previously, Dalio was known for his skepticism towards the cryptocurrency.
He often expressed doubts about Bitcoin’s reliability as an asset. This skepticism extended to its role as a currency and a store of value. However, in a recent interview, Dalio’s stance seemed to have changed. He stated,
“The evolution of Bitcoin over the years is one of the things that has influenced changes in my view. I think we’re entering an era where there’s going to be a competition of currencies, and Bitcoin is going to be a part of that competition.”
Bitcoin ETFs: Leading the Recent Successes
Bitcoin ETFs have seen a significant increase in investor interest recently. They have amassed an impressive $10 billion in assets under management (AUM) just 20 days after their market debut.
This rise in Bitcoin ETFs’ popularity comes at a critical time in financial history. BTC has become the fastest asset to reach a trillion-dollar market cap, achieving this feat in only 12 years.
The growth of Bitcoin is driven by multiple factors. One such factor is a 25% decrease in BTC available on exchanges compared to levels before the 2020 bull cycle. These factors align with predictions that BTC could reach valuations as high as $10 million per coin, a prediction made by Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy.
Could Bitcoin ETFs Outdo Gold?
As stock market analysts predict a market crash similar to the 1987 stock market crash, Bitcoin could become a “safe haven” for investors. This is due to its limited supply and growth predictions that are free from inflation and political governance.
Bitcoin ETFs are quickly closing the gap on gold in terms of assets under management. Currently, gold stands at $93 billion and BTC at $37 billion. There is speculation that BTC could soon surpass gold ETFs. An investor at Simply Bitcoin commented,
“Money is already fleeing the gold ETFs and pouring into the Bitcoin ETFs. This is the great transition.”
This shift highlights BTC’s role not just as a digital currency but also as a credible and increasingly preferred store of value.
Is Bitcoin the Ultimate Investment Asset?
Dalio’s newfound confidence in BTC aligns with the sentiments of crypto-figures like Saylor and companies like BlackRock and Fidelity. The broader market sentiment is to invest in this asset class. Billionaire Richardo Salinas echoes this sentiment, stating,
“There will only be 21 million Bitcoins for the whole planet. They aren’t making any more of it.”
