#BitcoinFallsBehindGold | Digital Gold vs Real Safe Haven (2026 Update)
As 2026 unfolds, Bitcoin’s long-standing narrative as “digital gold” is facing one of its most serious reality checks.
While gold continues a historic rally—pushing beyond $5,100 per ounce with strong central-bank and institutional inflows, Bitcoin has struggled to perform during recent risk-off phases. This growing divergence reflects a deeper shift in liquidity preference, investor psychology, and macro positioning.
📉 Bitcoin: Volatility Meets Caution
BTC trades near $88,200, roughly 30% below its 2025 peak ($126,000)
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