Bitcoin's no gold, and it's falling short for payments, too

"While Bitcoin is often compared to gold as a store of value, it does not possess the same qualities that make gold a reliable asset. Furthermore, Bitcoin is struggling to fulfill its intended purpose as a practical medium of exchange for everyday transactions, falling short of becoming a widely accepted method of payment." source: https://www.coindesk.com/daybook-us/2026/01/29/bitcoin-s-no-gold-and-it-s-falling-short-for-payments-too