In his latest interview with Bloomberg, Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of SkyBridge Capital, shared his opinion on the current stage of Bitcoin's development. According to him, the cryptocurrency is no longer just a technological novelty - it is rapidly turning into a full-fledged and mature financial instrument, comparable in importance to traditional assets.
One of the main indicators of growth, according to Scaramucci, is the impressive increase in the number of active addresses in the Bitcoin network. Currently, there are over 300 million of them worldwide, and this figure continues to grow. He predicts that in the near future, the number of BTC users may reach a billion people - this will be a serious step towards the institutionalization of cryptocurrencies.
Scaramucci is confident that such a large-scale distribution of Bitcoin will inevitably lead to a decrease in its volatility. This, in turn, will pave the way for an influx of large institutional players who were previously wary of digital assets. BTC's stability will make it attractive for long-term investment, and, according to the businessman, will become the basis for the formation of a new class of investors.
He also noted that the question of Bitcoin's role in the market is becoming increasingly relevant: "Today we face a choice - whether to perceive Bitcoin as an investment or as a full-fledged asset class." According to Scaramucci, if we consider BTC as an investment instrument, its capitalization at the level of $ 1-3 trillion is quite justified. However, if we are talking about a full-fledged asset class, it should strive for levels comparable to gold - in the range of $ 22-23 trillion.
However, the entrepreneur noted that against the backdrop of growing tensions in global trade, the Bitcoin rate may temporarily slow down its growth. According to him, the escalation of trade conflicts, especially between the United States and other countries, increases uncertainty in the markets and can affect the dynamics of cryptocurrencies. Scaramucci also previously expressed doubt about President Donald Trump's willingness to actively support the development of the digital economy, despite his statements in support of innovation.