Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise Asset Management, has championed Bitcoin as a store of value amidst market volatility, emphasizing its resilience during recent downturns. This viewpoint contrasts with the skepticism surrounding digital assets in Europe, where regulatory concerns regarding financial stability and investor protection remain a key obstacle for broader adoption. While European regulators like ESMA express caution about cryptocurrencies’ potential impact on financial systems, institutional investors are increasingly taking notice of Bitcoin’s growing legitimacy within traditional finance, with prominent figures highlighting its use as an inflation hedge.