Deutsche Bank economists suggest that Bitcoin could be recorded on central banks‘ balance sheets by 2030, resembling other reserve assets such as gold; their assessment cites rising legitimacy, deeper market liquidity and progressively clearer regulatory frameworks that support institutional consideration.
Although Bitcoin continues to exhibit material volatility and has experienced episodic drawdowns, its finite supply and independence from sovereign monetary policy mean it may offer meaningful portfolio diversification and act as a potential hedge against inflation and certain geopolitical risks when integrated prudently.
If major jurisdictions—most notably the United States—advance adoption through policy, custody solutions and market infrastructure, the asset’s market perception could evolve beyond a predominantly speculative instrument toward broader institutional and reserve utility, while material risks and uncertainty persist.