A Brief Review of 2025

As the year comes to a close, we simply want to say THANK YOU — for your interest, feedback, and trust in BehaviorQuant.

Bitcoin: Digital Gold or Speculative Hype?

For years, Bitcoin has been celebrated as “digital gold” – a hedge against inflation, a safe haven, a store of value. At the same time, it remains a highly volatile asset, driven by speculation, hype, and sharp price swings.

Science in Financial Advice – Often Demanded, Rarely Delivered

Financial advice is built on trust. But what is that trust actually based on? Too often, it still rests on experience, intuition – or simple risk questionnaires. But is that enough in a world that is becoming increasingly complex, individual, and volatile?

Is This a Crisis—or an Opportunity?

Markets have been on a rollercoaster ride, driven by fast-changing tariff policies and sensational media coverage. Investors who sold too soon took losses; those who jumped back in have seen quick gains. A familiar question arises: