Gold

Gold recovered to 5,000 per ounce after a historic drop, with major banks including J.P. Morgan forecasting further gains later in 2026.

Investors are turning away from Bitcoin, driving strong demand for gold and silver. JPMorgan highlights potential gold prices of $8,500 as metals attract new inflows.

Tether has quietly become one of the world’s largest private holders of physical gold. The issuer of the world’s biggest stablecoin is buying bullion at a pace that now rivals national governments. Executives say the strategy is driven by rising concerns over monetary stability and declining confidence in paper-based assets. The expanding gold reserves also reinforce the backing of Tether’s gold-linked products.

Bitcoin has extended its decline following a sharp market shock in October, while traditional safe-haven assets continue to climb. Data from on-chain analytics and price movements suggest investors are withdrawing funds from crypto and shifting toward assets seen as more stable during periods of uncertainty. A falling stablecoin supply has added to concerns that a broader market recovery may take longer to materialize.

Ray Dalio warns of uncertainty in global markets as U.S. economic policies shift. He notes rising stress in currencies and sees gold as a reliable hedge.

Bitcoin loses its feathers while gold parades at the top perch. Temporary panic or true metamorphosis of a crypto market finally learning to breathe under pressure?

Gold and silver hit record highs as investors seek safety, while Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies dip amid global uncertainty.

Gold and silver closed 2025 at record highs, and that rally has accelerated into early 2026. A combination of strong demand, constrained supply, and rising political uncertainty is driving investors toward precious metals. New concerns about central bank independence have further intensified buying pressure.

Investment firm VanEck expects the first quarter of 2026 to favor risk assets, citing clearer fiscal policy, steadier monetary signals, and renewed interest across several major investment themes. After years of uncertainty, improved visibility is shaping how investors position their portfolios heading into the new year.

Bhutan is pushing its digital economy forward by placing portions of its traditional reserves on blockchain infrastructure. As tokenized real-world assets gain momentum, the country is securing an early foothold. The introduction of TER, a gold-backed token from Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), strengthens Bhutan’s ongoing blockchain plans.

Financial commentator Peter Schiff is back in the news as tensions rise between him and President Donald Trump over the state of the U.S. economy. Schiff’s warnings about rising prices clash with Trump’s claims that affordability is improving across the country. At the same time, Schiff has also renewed his public dispute with Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), giving his comments even more visibility.

Growing attention to the long-delayed Fort Knox audit has reignited debate between gold and Bitcoin. Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has once again joined the discussion, questioning gold’s verifiability while responding to long-time critic Peter Schiff. Rising interest in tokenized gold and continued market uncertainty have added fresh momentum to the conversation.

The US Federal Reserve stimulates the economy even as markets soar and employment remains strong. For Ray Dalio, this unusual combination bodes ill. The legendary investor sees it as symptoms of the end of a major economic cycle, where excessive debt forces monetary authorities to play with fire.

The tokenized real-world asset (RWA) market continues its strong momentum, edging close to the $35 billion milestone as institutional products, Treasuries, and gold-backed tokens drive on-chain adoption. Recent data from rwa.xyz shows the total RWA value reaching $34.14 billion, marking a 10.58% rise over the past 30 days and signaling growing investor confidence in blockchain-based real-world exposure.

Bitcoin slipped below $105K as concerns over U.S. regional banks grew, with analysts warning of a possible drop toward $98K amid market fear.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino sees Bitcoin and gold as a hedge capable of outlasting other currencies, reflecting the company’s strategic focus.

Bitcoin ended the week under pressure as investors rotated toward safer assets amid renewed US-China trade tensions and broader market weakness. Despite robust inflows into Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), derivatives data suggest traders remain cautious about the sustainability of current price levels.

Robert Kiyosaki warned of a weakening U.S. dollar and urged investors to protect their wealth by shifting to gold, silver, and cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin and gold are both hitting record highs, with analysts projecting Bitcoin could reach $644K after its next halving as gold continues to surge.

Deutsche Bank predicts Bitcoin could join gold in central bank reserves as markets mature and volatility eases, signalling growing institutional adoption.

Reports from the U.S. labor market sent shockwaves through the financial markets, prompting risk assets like Bitcoin to experience sharp price swings. With job data for August coming in lower than expected, predictable alarms erupted regarding a looming recession, which could drive fresh appetite towards risk assets.

The market for tokenized gold has reached new all-time highs, crossing $2.57 billion in market cap, as spot gold itself approaches its April peak. The rally shows renewed demand for gold-backed crypto tokens as investors seek safe haven assets amid global uncertainty.

Robert Kiyosaki, the author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad', believes Bitcoin could dip to $90,000 this month, and he’s ready to take advantage of it. Kiyosaki sees the potential drop as a golden opportunity to expand his holdings, calling Bitcoin “pure genius asset design” and the easiest way he has ever made millions.

Bitcoin has gone from a routine decentralized medium of exchange to become one of the most valuable assets in the world. And as with any apex asset, the OG coin has witnessed massive global interest from both corporate bodies and regional powers. Top industry stakeholders are now calling for an increased portfolio inclusion of the first-born crypto, highlighting it as a store of value amid the rising U.S. debt profile.

As the Middle East goes up in flames, Bitcoin stumbles. Gold, on the other hand, sparkles like a Napoleon found under a mattress.

African economies, facing major economic challenges, are turning to gold to reduce their dependence on international currencies, especially the dollar. This movement, observed in several countries on the continent, aims to diversify currency reserves and mitigate risks linked to global economic fluctuations