Investment giant BlackRock released a report discussing Bitcoin's unique qualities and its potential as a "risk-off" asset. The report highlighted Bitcoin's distinct characteristics, such as its low correlation with U.S. equities and its lack of traditional financial elements. BlackRock suggests that Bitcoin's volatility, which has been decreasing over the years, does not necessarily make it a risky asset. Instead, they argue that Bitcoin could be a flight to safety option due to its scarcity, decentralization, and non-sovereign status. The approval of physically settled options tied to the IBIT Bitcoin ETF by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may lead to broader institutional participation in the market. BlackRock also noted that Bitcoin tends to outperform other risky assets following major geopolitical events. Overall, the report suggests that Bitcoin's role in the market could be solidified as a risk-off asset for institutional investors.



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