The article discusses how Bitcoin is no longer seen as a hedge against financial uncertainty and is struggling to maintain its title amid global economic shifts. Since Donald Trump took office, Bitcoin has experienced a significant decline in value, while gold continues to rise. The growing correlation between Bitcoin and traditional financial assets suggests that it is now trading more like a high-risk technology stock than a hedge against inflation or economic turmoil. Liquidity concerns and repeated flash crashes in the crypto market have further increased volatility and investor uncertainty. Decentralized finance has also taken a hit, with a decline in confidence in crypto's ability to provide financial stability during economic uncertainty. A Bank of America survey highlights growing fears about global trade wars, with respondents no longer seeing Bitcoin as a hedge in times of economic strife. Despite this, some experts argue that Bitcoin still holds long-term potential, particularly in terms of its ability to provide liquidity to struggling companies. The article concludes that Bitcoin's role in global finance is changing.



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