Trump or Biden? Bitcoin wins regardless of US election — Barry Silbert
Grayscale CEO says that Bitcoin will win because both a Trump or a Biden election victory would result in more "brrr" or the expansion of the US dollar supply. Whether it is a Democratic sweep led by Joe Biden or a Donald Trump reelection, Bitcoin (BTC) would likely thrive. Industry executives, including DCG and Grayscale CEO Barry Silbert, say both a Trump or a Biden win would buoy BTC.The optimistic stance of industry execs despite the glaring election risk comes after Grayscale’s Bitcoin study.Trump wins = brrr Biden wins = brrr Either way, bitcoin wins— Barry Silbert....
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