The ongoing economic developments, particularly U.S. President Donald Trump’s new global tariffs, have reignited discussions among analysts regarding the future of Bitcoin as a potential alternative to the U.S. dollar. Recently, Bitwise Investments’ Jeff Parks articulated a growing sentiment that the feasibility of Bitcoin outlasting the dollar is now more significant than ever. In an April 9 statement on social media, Parks remarked, “Higher chance Bitcoin survives over the dollar in our lifetime after today.”
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More voices are joining this perspective, including Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley, who expressed that dwindling trust in the U.S. dollar coupled with the weakness of foreign currencies leaves investors with few viable options. Horsley pointed out that while gold has traditionally served as a safe haven during economic uncertainty, its limitations regarding shipping and storage make Bitcoin a more accessible and favorable alternative. He concluded, “You wind up buying Bitcoin.”
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Recent data underscores this sentiment. The U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the dollar’s strength against a basket of major currencies, is currently trading at 102.193, reflecting a decrease of 5.84% since January 1st. Analysts were surprised to discover that Trump’s tariffs, instead of bolstering the U.S. dollar, have added to the uncertainty surrounding the currency.
On April 2, President Trump signed an executive order imposing a baseline tariff of 10% on all imports, effective April 5, with additional tariffs targeting countries with significant trade deficits to follow shortly after. Amidst this troubling climate, both traditional and cryptocurrency markets have experienced significant declines.
Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency that has traditionally thrived in volatile markets, is currently trading at $76,301, down 18.37% since the start of the year, according to CoinMarketCap. Criticizing the reliance on fiat currencies, Bitcoin author Saifedean Ammous observed that the U.S. deficit is part of a broader trend of aggregate deficits globally, suggesting that continued use of the dollar is unsustainable.
Ammous concluded by advocating for a shift to hard assets such as Bitcoin or gold, stating that the solution lies in halting the printing of “fake money” and moving toward a more stable monetary standard. He further posed that the world should consider alternatives to the dollar to give the U.S. the trade surpluses it desires.
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute investment advice. Every investment and trading move carries inherent risks, and readers should carry out thorough research before making financial decisions.
