Bitcoin: The Fear Factor, Says Blackrock's CEO

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Blackrock CEO Larry Fink made a surprising claim about Bitcoin. He believes that the cryptocurrency could skyrocket to $700, 000 per coin if global economic instability increases. Fink thinks people might turn to Bitcoin as a safe haven during uncertain times. He even called Bitcoin a "currency of fear. " Fink isn't the only one with strong opinions. Peng Xiao, CEO of AI company G42, had a different take. But Fink stood firm, suggesting Bitcoin could help those worried about their currency's stability. He also thinks bonds and stocks should be "tokenized, " though it's not clear why.Energy is another topic Fink touched on. He discussed the power needs of AI data centers and suggested nuclear power could be a solution. Fink acknowledged renewables but noted the need for more power options. Meanwhile, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon seemed unbothered by potential inflation from Trump's tariffs. He told CNBC that if it's good for national security, then so be it.