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JUST IN: RAY DALIO KEPT 1% OF ASSETS IN BITCOIN Recommends 5% to 15% in hard money. Prefers gold due to quantum computing risk and because Bitcoin can be "monitored by governments." "Central banks will not own any significant amount of Bitcoin."
Ray Dalio disclosed that he holds about 1% of his investment portfolio in Bitcoin and advises allocating 5%‑15% of assets to "hard money" like gold and Bitcoin, noting gold's safety from quantum‑computing threats and that governments can monitor Bitcoin.
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What happened
Ray Dalio disclosed that he holds about 1% of his investment portfolio in Bitcoin and advises allocating 5%‑15% of assets to “hard money” like gold and Bitcoin, noting gold’s safety from quantum‑computing threats and that governments can monitor Bitcoin.
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Global impact / market context
Dalio’s comments signal endorsement from a high‑profile investor, which could encourage other investors to consider Bitcoin and gold as part of a diversified portfolio, especially given his concerns about future technology risks.
Analyst inference
The statement arrives as crypto markets face regulatory scrutiny and growing interest in digital assets, while gold remains a traditional hedge; Dalio’s view may influence allocation trends across both asset classes.
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What to watch
- Whether other large asset managers increase Bitcoin exposure following Dalio’s endorsement, which could boost demand and price. Analyst inference
- Developments in quantum‑computing research that could affect the perceived security of digital currencies versus gold. Analyst inference
- Regulatory actions on cryptocurrency monitoring that might impact investor confidence in holding Bitcoin. Analyst inference
Affected assets
- BTC — Bitcoin
- BITCOIN — HarryPotterObamaSonic10Inu (ETH)
- RAY — Raydium