Why Bitcoin Has Value

By Matt Hougan | CIO, Bitwise Asset Management
December 3, 2025

Many investors struggle to see why a non-tangible asset like bitcoin is worth trillions of dollars. But the idea is pretty simple: In a time when governments keep piling on debt, the ability to store wealth without relying on a government, bank or other third party becomes an increasingly valuable service.

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