Industry experts gathered at Consensus 2025, discussing the future of Bitcoin and its potential for recognition as a legitimate asset class. Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, made a compelling prediction: If Bitcoin price reaches $500,000, it will be considered an asset class by many. This statement set the stage for a lively conversation involving renowned figures in finance and crypto like Jonathan Steinberg (CEO of WisdomTree), Pasqual St-Jean (President & CEO of 3iQ), and Andy Baehr (CoinDesk Indices). These panelists believe that digital assets, particularly Bitcoin, are steadily gaining credibility from institutions. However, they emphasized the crucial role of user awareness and education in driving actual adoption, rather than solely relying on market capitalization.