Bitcoin as digital gold: Hayes thinks Trump stimulus plans will drive bull market in 2026

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes predicts that the bull market in Bitcoin may continue into 2026, partly due to the economic policies that may be introduced during Trump’s second term. He stressed that U.S. fiscal stimulus, infrastructure spending and tax cuts are key drivers for increasing liquidity and driving cryptocurrency popularity. Hayes sees Bitcoin as a tool to hedge against depreciation and inflation of fiat currencies, and growing institutional interest and favorable regulatory policies are accelerating its integration into global finance. He also noted that geopolitical tensions could further boost demand, despite market risks.