Bitcoin is quickly becoming a hedge against geopolitical risk, as noted by Sergej Kunz, co-founder of 1inch, during Cointelegraph's LONGITUDE event in Dubai. He highlighted that retail investors are in a race against time to acquire Bitcoin due to accelerating institutional adoption. Kunz warned that retail buyers might soon be priced out, especially if the United States starts accumulating Bitcoin for a strategic reserve. This potential surge in demand could lead to competition among countries for Bitcoin ownership. Yat Siu from Animoca Brands echoed this sentiment, declaring Bitcoin as the only viable hedge against inflation across borders. The recent turmoil from U.S. tariffs on imports has elicited increased interest in Bitcoin as a store of value, further driving institutional demand. Analysts predict that by 2029, institutional adoption could push Bitcoin's value to over $1 million. Currently, Bitcoin ETFs and other institutional funds hold around $128 billion, while corporate treasuries account for approximately $73 billion. Despite some sovereign states holding significant Bitcoin, most are from seized crypto assets rather than outright purchases, illuminating the competitive landscape that retail investors may soon face.

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