Pompliano: Why Bitcoin Is Better Than Fiat Currency[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3dVpLhvDG4[/embed]

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    <p>The debate surrounding Bitcoin and the Dollar has become a favored subject among financial analysts, cryptocurrency enthusiasts, and the broader investing community. As Bitcoin experiences its unpredictable price fluctuations, having even soared to over $70k in March 2024, the question of whether it serves as a superior store of value and hedge against inflation remains pertinent.</p>

    <p>When consulting experts, a significant number assert that Bitcoin is superior to the US dollar and other fiat currencies. Anthony Pompliano of Professional Capital Management believes that <a href="https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/bitcoin" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Bitcoin</a> outperforms fiat currencies due to their volatility and the simplicity it brings to various investment strategies.</p>
    <h2><strong>Pompliano Advocates for Bitcoin</strong></h2>
    <p>During a Fox News interview, Pompliano shared his insights on the ongoing <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3dVpLhvDG4" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Bitcoin versus Dollar discussion.</a> He emphasized that Bitcoin holds a more stable position, especially given the volatility of fiat currencies and the decreasing purchasing power faced by the public.</p>
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    <p>Pompliano contends that Wall Street and traditional financial systems have overlooked Bitcoin's inherent value. Central to Bitcoin's advantage is the classic economic principle of scarcity— there will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins, making it a limited asset compared to fiat currencies, which central banks can continue to produce and issue without restraint.</p>
    <p>His interview and ongoing discussions are taking place amidst increasing institutional interest in Bitcoin. Following the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) greenlighting spot BTC ETFs on January 10th, 2024, interest and capital inflow into these funds have surged. Even months after the first 11 funds were approved, enthusiasm for Bitcoin ETFs persists, contributing to an uptick in the cryptocurrency's price.</p>
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    <h2><strong>Bitcoin: A Simple Yet Limited Commodity</strong></h2>
    <p>According to Pompliano, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/bitcoin-and-the-end-of-fake-money/id833641766?i=1000671507737" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">the attractiveness</a> and value of Bitcoin stem from its straightforward investment principles. Due to its limited supply, Bitcoin's future market valuation is subject to fluctuations. He also points out that many traders and investors often get sidetracked by complex financial instruments involving leverage and trading.</p>
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        <figcaption class="wp-caption-text">Bitcoin is currently trading at $68,393. Chart: <a href="https://www.tradingview.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">TradingView</a></figcaption>
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    <p>The challenge with these complicated yet favored tools is the necessity to monitor prices and trade at optimal moments. In contrast, Bitcoin users only need to buy and hold. Essentially, Bitcoin provides potential long-term appreciation in value and serves as a more effective hedge against inflation.</p>

    <h3><strong>Deutsche Bank Analyst Identifies BTC As ‘Digital Gold’</strong></h3>
    <p>Bitcoin has garnered substantial backing from financial analysts. Marion Laboure, an analyst at Deutsche Bank Research, suggests it could emerge as our 'gold of the 21st century'. Laboure notes that the market capitalization of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies exceeding $1 trillion is significant and cannot be overlooked.</p>
    <p>Laboure further argues that Bitcoin will likely establish itself as a viable payment alternative, while the dominance of fiat currencies in transaction shares will decline. She characterizes Bitcoin as 'digital gold' and sees Ether, the second most popular cryptocurrency, as the potential 'digital silver.'</p>
    <p><em>Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView</em></p>
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