Crypto Long & Short: Why gold and bitcoin belong in the same portfolio

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Gold and bitcoin share scarcity, low correlation with equities and a hedge‑against inflation, so investors combine them to diversify risk while preserving upside; Bitcoin’s 2‑3 % daily volatility complements gold’s stability, and both assets have surged past $2,000 and $30,000 respectively this year, prompting portfolio managers to allocate across both for balanced, inflation‑resistant returns.