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: By 2026, institutional capital has gained significant pricing power, with U.S. spot ETFs seeing over $564 billion in net inflows .
Historically viewed as "digital gold," Bitcoin (BTC) has undergone a structural transformation following the 2024 approval of spot ETFs and the subsequent "Institutional Era" of 2026. This paper analyzes whether BTC has achieved the characteristics of a safe-haven asset—specifically low correlation with traditional equities and stability during market stress—or if it remains a speculative risk-on vehicle. II. The "Digital Gold" Narrative vs. Reality Risk it for the Bitcoin: Has BTC matured to be ...
: While effective at protecting purchasing power in emerging markets facing fiat collapse, BTC has failed to provide similar protection during sudden global market panics compared to gold. III. Institutional Maturation and Price Discovery : By 2026, institutional capital has gained significant
: Unlike traditional safe havens, Bitcoin has recently struggled during geopolitical tension. In early 2026, gold hit record highs of $5,589 per ounce , while Bitcoin experienced a 20% year-to-date drawdown by mid-April. This paper analyzes whether BTC has achieved the
