Bitcoin supporters are warning holders not to rush out of BTC to buy gold even 
as the metal climbs above $4,000 per ounce. According to market educator 
Matthew Kratter, Bitcoin’s features — like ease of transfer, clear supply 
rules, and divisibility — make it a stronger long-term store of value than 
gold. Related Reading: Bitcoin Feels The Weight Of Quantum Risk Concerns, 
Industry Leaders Warn Gold Supply Concerns Kratter points to steady increases 
in the gold supply, estimating it has risen about 1-to-2% annually for 
decades. Based on that rate, supplies would double roughly every 47 years. 
That steady growth, he says, can be amplified by large new finds — on land or, 
he adds, potentially beyond Earth — which could flood markets and push prices 
down after a surge. Reports have disclosed that sudden inflows of precious 
metal have reshaped economies before, citing how the arrival of New World gold 
into Europe in the 1500s contributed to major inflation and the collapse of 
Spain’s power. Gold’s Practical Limits The physical nature of gold creates 
limits in a world that moves value over networks. Moving large amounts is 
costly and risky. Kratter has argued that tokenized gold — digital tokens 
claiming to represent physical reserves — brings back counterparty risk: 
issuers might mint more tokens than they hold, refuse redemption, or see 
reserves seized. Based on reports from market watchers, these concerns have 
pushed some buyers toward assets that are easier to move or verify over the 
internet. Industrial Metals Catch Up Reports have disclosed that industrial 
metals also posted huge gains in 2025, a year when copper, lithium, aluminum, 
and steel ran as strong as gold in many markets. Demand from AI data centers, 
electric vehicles, and clean-energy projects has pushed consumption higher. 
Supply hiccups — like mine outages and stretched inventories — tightened 
markets at the same time. That mix of stronger demand and shakier supply has 
helped lift prices across the board. Tariffs And Trading Rushes Trade policy 
has added more heat. US President Donald Trump’s announcements of 50% tariffs 
on certain copper, steel, and aluminum products prompted traders and buyers to 
rush shipments and stockpile supplies. BTCUSD trading at $87,915 on the 
24-hour chart: TradingView That front-loading behavior briefly drained 
available inventories and sent prices swinging. Traders told reporters that 
even short-term tariff threats can cause big moves because firms try to avoid 
future costs by buying early. Where Bitcoin Fits In The debate between gold 
and Bitcoin is still active. Bitcoin proponents highlight scarcity — the fixed 
BTC supply rule — and speed of transfer. Gold advocates contend that gold has 
centuries of use as money and that Bitcoin’s volatility remains a hurdle for 
some investors. Related Reading: Banks Could Favor A Higher XRP Price, Finance 
Expert Says The industrial metals rally adds a third thread: these materials 
are tied to real economic activity, not just safe-haven flows. Analysts say 
investors should weigh different risks. Gold can act as a hedge in turbulent 
times, but steady mine output and big discoveries can change its long-term 
math. Industrial metals may keep rising if energy and tech demand holds. And 
Bitcoin’s supporters argue its digital traits make it better suited to a world 
that values fast, verifiable transfers. Featured image from Gemini, chart from 
TradingView

Before You Sell Bitcoin For Gold, Hear This Warning

Ethereum price appears to be consolidating after months of leverage exited the 
market, easing pressure without yet pointing to a clear direction. Ethereum is 
trading in a calmer market environment after a sharp reduction in leverage, 
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Northern Data, which is majority-owned by Tether, sold its Bitcoin mining arm 
to businesses owned by Tether executives, the Financial Times reports.

Tether-backed Northern Data sold mining firm to Tether execs: FT

Federal regulators are tightening the vise on crypto investment schemes, 
spotlighting alleged fraud tied to bitcoin mining that raised nearly $100 
million while misleading thousands of investors about operations, capacity and 
the use of their money. SEC Alleges Massive Capacity Gaps in Bitcoin Mining 
Venture That Pulled in $95.6M A federal enforcement action highlights risks 
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Solana started a recovery wave above the $120 zone. SOL price is now 
consolidating and faces hurdles near the $128 zone. SOL price started a decent 
recovery wave above $122 and $124 against the US Dollar. The price is now 
trading above $125 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key 
bearish trend line forming with resistance at $127 on the hourly chart of the 
SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could continue to move up if 
it clears $128 and $130. Solana Price Faces Resistance Solana price remained 
stable and started a decent recovery wave from $117, like Bitcoin and 
Ethereum. SOL was able to climb above the $120 level. There was a move above 
the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $134 swing high to 
the $117 low. The bulls even pushed the price above $125. However, the bears 
remained active near $127. There is also a key bearish trend line forming with 
resistance at $127 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. Solana is now 
trading above $125 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. On the upside, 
immediate resistance is near the $127 level, and the 61.8% Fib retracement 
level of the downward move from the $134 swing high to the $117 low. The next 
major resistance is near the $130 level. The main resistance could be $135. A 
successful close above the $135 resistance zone could set the pace for another 
steady increase. The next key resistance is $144. Any more gains might send 
the price toward the $150 level. Another Decline In SOL? If SOL fails to rise 
above the $130 resistance, it could continue to move down. Initial support on 
the downside is near the $125 zone. The first major support is near the $122 
level. A break below the $122 level might send the price toward the $117 
support zone. If there is a close below the $117 support, the price could 
decline toward the $108 zone in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly 
MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours 
RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. 
Major Support Levels – $125 and $122. Major Resistance Levels – $128 and $130.

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