“That said, gold has been a good store of value over the long term, and its correlation with equities is low. In this respect it is a proven alternative to the U.S. dollar, whereas Bitcoin is neither a vehicle currency nor a good store of value.”
Nick Sargen, Senior Economic Advisor, Fort Washington Investment Advisors · Bitcoin since: -2%
As published by The Hill
Bitcoin’s Plunge Should End The Hype That It Is Digital Gold ↗
A little perspective.
Bitcoin on that day$68,858February 13, 2026
$100 at that price$97.88At our latest price check
Illustrative value using a Bitcoin price of $67,395, checked Nov 14, 2026, 3:27 AM UTC. Excludes fees, taxes, and inflation. A price change alone does not settle the original criticism.
Keep the receipt.
Bitcoin Is Dead. “Bitcoin’s Plunge Should End The Hype That It Is Digital Gold” — Nick Sargen, The Hill, February 13, 2026. Bitcoin: $68,857.84. https://bitcoindeaths.com/posts/2026-02-13-bitcoins-plunge-should-end-the-hype-that-it-is-digital-gold