#BitcoinFallsBehindGold Why “Digital Gold” Is Losing Ground to Traditional Trust
The first month of 2026 has highlighted a growing divergence between Bitcoin and gold, challenging the long-held narrative that BTC could rival gold as the ultimate safe haven. Spot gold has surged past $5,200 per ounce, driven by mounting geopolitical tensions, macro uncertainty, and central bank buying, while Bitcoin continues to languish in the $86,000–$89,000 range. This contrast underscores that, in times of heightened uncertainty, investors still prioritize tangible, historically trusted assets over digital