Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin's Scarcity vs. Gold's Legacy: Who Wins in the Store-of-Value Race?

Anthony Pompliano, a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency space, has ignited a heated debate by labeling gold a "disastrous investment" since 2020, arguing that Bitcoin has outperformed the metal by 84% in purchasing powerAnthony Pompliano sparks debate after calling Gold a failing …^[4]. His comments, shared on X, contrast sharply with gold's recent 25% gain in 2025, as investors flock to the traditional safe-haven asset amid inflation, geopolitical tensions, and a weakening U.S. dollarAnthony Pompliano dismisses gold as ‘Failing Asset’^[8]. The clash highlights a broader divergence in how investors and institutions are reevaluating the roles of Bitcoin and gold in an era of rapid monetary expansion and shifting economic paradigms.

Bitcoin's ascent as a benchmark for capital preservation has been fueled by its exponential growth-from $7,200 in 2020 to over $115,000 in 2025-outpacing gold's 2.6x increase during the same periodAnthony Pompliano Says Bitcoin's Made Gold A 'Disastrous …^[5]. When adjusted for M2 money supply growth, Bitcoin has consistently hit record highs relative to the metric, while gold remains below its 1980 peakGLD vs BTC: Performance Through the Lens of Money Supply^[1]. This dynamic underscores Bitcoin's unique position as a digital asset that responds to monetary inflation with programmable scarcity, whereas gold's value has historically stabilized portfolios as a long-standing hedgeGLD vs BTC: Performance Through the Lens of Money Supply^[1].

Critics of Pompliano's argument, including veteran analyst Peter Schiff, argue that his 2020–2025 timeframe is arbitrary. Gold, they note, has outperformed the S&P 500 and real estate over the same period and retains its multi-decade stabilityAnthony Pompliano sparks debate after calling Gold a failing …^[4]. The metal's year-to-date surge to $4,059.30 per ounce-a level not seen since 1979-reflects its enduring appeal as a physical store of value amid central bank gold purchases and dollar volatilityPompliano Calls Gold ‘Disastrous Investment’, Sparking Gold Vs …^[7]. Central banks, including China's, added 95 tonnes of gold to reserves in Q1 2025, signaling a strategic shift toward de-dollarizationBitcoin vs. Gold: From 2019 Lead to 2025 Surpass^[3].

Despite the debate, Tether's dual strategy of investing in both Bitcoin and gold highlights the complementary roles of the two assets. CEO Paolo Ardoino emphasized that both serve as inflation hedges and long-term stores of value, with Tether allocating 15% of its net profits to Bitcoin and backing its XAUt token with 7.66 tons of physical goldAnthony Pompliano sparks debate after calling Gold a failing …^[4]. This approach mirrors broader institutional trends, as Deutsche Bank economists suggest central banks may soon treat Bitcoin as a "new gold" amid declining trust in fiat currenciesAnthony Pompliano dismisses gold as ‘Failing Asset’^[8].

The evolving narrative around Bitcoin's role is further reinforced by BlackRock's analysis, which positions the cryptocurrency as a unique diversifier uncorrelated to traditional assets. While gold initially outperformed Bitcoin in 2025, BlackRock's data shows Bitcoin outpaced gold in five of six major geopolitical crises over 60-day periods, challenging its reputation as a volatile speculative assetBetter Buy: Bitcoin vs. Gold - The Motley Fool^[10]. This duality-Bitcoin as both a high-risk, high-reward investment and a potential safe haven-has sparked discussions about its inclusion in central bank reserves, with Sweden's lawmakers even proposing a national Bitcoin reservePompliano Calls Gold ‘Disastrous Investment’, Sparking Gold Vs …^[7].

For investors, the debate underscores the importance of diversification. While gold's stability appeals to risk-averse portfolios, Bitcoin's compounding growth and institutional adoption suggest it is redefining capital preservation. As Pompliano asserts, "If you can't beat it, you have to buy it," framing Bitcoin as the new benchmark against which all assets are measuredAnthony Pompliano Says Bitcoin's Made Gold A 'Disastrous …^[5]. Yet, with gold on track for its best annual performance since 1979, the rivalry between the two assets shows no signs of abatingGold Is Beating Bitcoin, But Pompliano Calls It 'Disastrous …^[6].