According to BlackRock, Bitcoin is becoming a global asset faster than previous technologies.
Bitcoin adoption is accelerating at a faster pace than previous revolutionary technologies, including the internet and mobile phones. This is according to a recent analysis from BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager.
The article states that since 2009, Bitcoin has rapidly evolved from a niche innovation to a globally recognized asset, driven by three main factors: demographic trends, economic changes, and the digital transformation of finance.
New generations, the so-called “digital natives,” are more likely to embrace Bitcoin compared to Generation X and Baby Boomers. Their familiarity with technology and preference for digital solutions have made them the driving demographic in the adoption of digital assets, according to the asset manager.
On the economic front, phenomena such as rising inflation, geopolitical tensions, and concerns about the traditional banking system have highlighted Bitcoin’s value as a decentralized asset. Its independence from central authorities has proven particularly attractive to investors in times of uncertainty.
BlackRock also highlights how the maturation of digital asset infrastructure has lowered entry barriers for Bitcoin. With the ongoing digitalization of the global economy, Bitcoin is becoming an integral part of the evolving financial landscape.