Amidst a volatile stock market, crypto stocks outperformed traditional indices. Stable cryptocurrency prices contributed to the positive performance of companies like Strategy and Coinbase, as Bitcoin continued its upward trajectory and other major cryptocurrencies remained relatively unchanged. While S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indexes experienced significant declines, crypto-related businesses performed well due to their resilience against market turmoil. A key factor driving this outperformance was the stable price of Bitcoin, which rose steadily over the past five days. Larry Fink, CEO of Blackrock, even predicted that Bitcoin could pose a significant risk to the US dollar. Additionally, the relative absence of exposure to AI and tariffs contributed to the stability of crypto stocks compared to traditional companies. This resilience is likely due to their business models, with Strategy’s primary focus on accumulating Bitcoin through its software service. Meanwhile, other factors like the potential appointment of Paul Atkins as the next SEC Chair, and a slow down in AI investment trends, further impacted this positive trend.