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<h2 id="key-points">Key Points</h2> 
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 <li>Bitcoin’s price could rise due to increased U.S. money printing amid international conflict, according to Arthur Hayes.</li> 
 <li>Despite optimism, concerns remain for Bitcoin due to geopolitical conflicts impacting the crypto industry. </li> 
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<p>Bitcoin [BTC] was on a bullish trajectory, trading at $67,862.17 at the time of writing. </p> 
<p> The cryptocurrency had seen an 11% increase over the past week. </p> 
<p> However, escalating geopolitical tensions and the threat of inflation and increased government spending could potentially push BTC into a bearish trend. </p> 
<h2 id="arthur-hayes-s-optimistic-outlook">Arthur Hayes’s Optimistic Outlook</h2> 
<p>Despite these challenges, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes remains hopeful, predicting a significant upward movement for Bitcoin. </p> 
<p> In a recent blog post, Hayes argued that the U.S. government’s financial responses to conflicts in the Middle East could lead to increased money printing, sparking the next bullish rally for BTC. </p> 
<p>However, concerns persist for Bitcoin, particularly due to geopolitical conflicts impacting the crypto industry. </p> 
<p> Bitcoin mining rigs, some of the most valuable and essential physical assets in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, face significant risks due to the destructive nature of war. </p> 
<h2 id="lessons-for-bitcoin">Lessons for Bitcoin</h2> 
<p>Hayes drew parallels with historical events, such as the Arab oil embargo of 1973 and the Iranian revolution of 1979, to illustrate how hard assets like gold tend to thrive during energy crises and inflationary periods. </p> 
<p> He suggests that BTC, often referred to as “digital gold,” is likely to follow a similar path in the current economic climate. </p> 
<p> However, Hayes also urged caution, warning traders to prepare for potential volatility. </p> 
<p>If the ongoing conflicts lead to further destabilization in global markets, the crypto sector could experience a significant drawdown. </p> 
<p> As always, he advised individuals to ensure their safety and then protect their capital by investing in an asset that outperforms fiat debasement and maintains its energy-purchasing power. </p> 
<p> Therefore, while geopolitical tensions may have short-term effects, their influence could be mitigated by evolving liquidity conditions. </p>

Arthur Hayes Analyzes Bitcoin’s Strength Amid World Turbulence

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