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Cryptocurrency News Articles
Bitcoin Critic Peter Schiff Explains Why He Thinks BTC Is Not as Useful as Gold and Oil
Sep 25, 2024 at 10:08 pm
In response to a pro-Bitcoin investors' statement, prominent Bitcoin critic and gold advocate Peter Schiff expressed his opinions on the cryptocurrency's lack of usefulness.
Bitcoin has no use compared to gold and oil, which are vital to the world economy, a prominent Bitcoin critic has said.
Reacting to a statement by a pro-Bitcoin investor, who said people are missing out on a big opportunity if they don’t own Bitcoin, gold advocate Peter Schiff highlighted the lack of usefulness in the cryptocurrency.
“People who don’t own Bitcoin are missing out on a big opportunity,” the investor had said.
Schiff countered this by adding: “Not as useful as people who own gold or oil, which the world needs to function.”
Schiff went on to highlight the practical uses of gold and oil, which he said give them an edge over Bitcoin.
“Gold is used in jewelry, electronics, and other industries, and it’s a reliable store of value. Oil is needed for transportation, energy, and manufacturing, and these resources are essential to how modern society operates, creating a constant demand for them.”
On the other hand, Schiff argues that Bitcoin doesn’t fulfill a practical need. Because of its fixed supply and lack of intrinsic utility, Bitcoin's value is largely speculative and could drop if demand decreases.
While Schiff does raise a valid point about Bitcoin lacking inherent utility, there are still some benefits to the cryptocurrency that are worth noting.
Bitcoin offers an alternative to traditional banking systems, especially in countries with unstable economies or oppressive political regimes, thanks to its decentralized access to finance.
In these scenarios, Bitcoin acts as a haven for storing and transferring value, and it also serves as a hedge against inflation.
Moreover, Bitcoin has earned the title of “digital gold,” a valuable asset for those looking to diversify their portfolios beyond traditional financial assets.
Ultimately, both Bitcoin and gold serve valuable functions for humanity, and it may not be apt to compare them directly. Investors can choose whichever asset they feel they need or are willing to take on exposure to.
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