Bitcoin vs Gold: A False Narrative of Equality and a Wake-Up Call for Humanity

In recent years, Bitcoin has dominated conversations about the future of finance. Marketed as a revolutionary, decentralised store of value, Bitcoin is touted as the digital equivalent of gold, promising freedom from traditional systems. Meanwhile, gold—a time-tested asset with intrinsic value—has been largely overlooked in this narrative.

Headlines boast Bitcoin price targets as high as $800,000, backed by speculative hype and bold claims of government adoption. But when we step back and examine the bigger picture, the questions become clear:

Why push Bitcoin so fervently? Why suppress gold? And at what cost to society and the world?

Astrologically, we’re entering a period where illusions are burned away, and humanity is forced to confront the consequences of its blind trust in speculative narratives. This article dives into the broader implications of Bitcoin versus gold, addressing issues of employment, accessibility, manipulation, and environmental impact. It concludes with an urgent call to wake up to the reality behind these financial trends.

Bitcoin at $800,000: Hype or Reality?

The claim that Bitcoin could reach $800,000 is captivating, but it raises practical and ethical concerns. Bitcoin’s limited supply of 21 million coins and increasing institutional interest are often cited as drivers of this valuation. However, the forces behind Bitcoin’s rise are more speculative than grounded in real-world utility.

What Makes Bitcoin’s Valuation Possible?

1. Speculative Demand

Bitcoin’s value is driven by speculative investment rather than intrinsic utility. Its volatility creates profit opportunities but also exposes investors to significant risks.

2. Artificial Scarcity

While Bitcoin’s supply is capped, this scarcity is digitally programmed and relies on trust in its network. Unlike gold, Bitcoin has no inherent value outside of its market narrative.

3. Government and Corporate Adoption

Proposals like a U.S. Bitcoin reserve create the perception of stability, but they benefit large players and corporations far more than the average person.

Astrological Insight: Neptune’s Shift to Aries (March 2025)

Neptune’s move from dreamy Pisces into fiery Aries marks a turning point. While Bitcoin’s rise aligns with Neptune in Pisces—where illusions and speculative dreams thrive—Aries brings action and truth. This transit will burn through the fantasy surrounding Bitcoin, exposing its hidden costs and societal consequences.

Why Not Gold?

Unlike Bitcoin, gold is a tangible asset with centuries of proven value. It doesn’t require speculative belief or complex technology to hold or use. Yet, gold remains overlooked in these conversations. Why?

Gold’s Tangibility vs. Bitcoin’s Hype

1. Gold is Physical, and Bitcoin is Digital

Gold is universally recognised, trusted, and verifiable. Bitcoin’s value, by contrast, is rooted in speculative trust and technological dependence.

2. Accessibility

Gold is easy to store, trade, and use, even in areas without internet or financial infrastructure. Bitcoin, on the other hand, requires technical expertise, creating barriers for the average person.

3. Employment and Economic Contribution

Gold mining supports millions of jobs worldwide, from miners to engineers. Bitcoin mining relies on automation and AI, eliminating jobs while centralising power and wealth.

Astrological Insight: Virgo-Pisces Nodes (2025-2026)

The Nodes’ shift into Pisces (North Node) and Virgo (South Node) in January 2025 highlights the tension between speculative ideals and grounded realities. Gold aligns with Virgo’s call for practical, tangible solutions, while Bitcoin embodies Pisces’ illusions of progress without substance. This polarity demands a balance: are we abandoning proven systems for untested dreams?

Employment: Bitcoin Eliminates, Gold Supports

One of the starkest differences between Bitcoin and gold is their impact on employment and the economy.

Bitcoin: Automation and Exclusion

• Bitcoin mining relies on advanced hardware and cheap energy, employing machines instead of people.

• Jobs in Bitcoin mining are limited to technical roles, often concentrated in wealthy or technologically advanced regions.

• This model perpetuates economic inequality, benefiting corporations and early adopters while excluding the broader population.

Gold: Jobs and Economic Stability

• Gold mining employs millions, providing livelihoods in both developed and developing nations.

• Its economic contributions extend beyond mining to jewellery, electronics, and manufacturing industries.

• Gold’s accessibility ensures that its value is shared across diverse communities, promoting stability and inclusion.

The Bigger Picture

The rise of Bitcoin represents a shift toward automation and centralisation, undermining traditional industries and local economies. Gold, by contrast, sustains jobs, supports communities, and fosters a more equitable distribution of wealth.

The Broader Impacts: Manipulation vs. Accountability

Bitcoin: A Tool for the Elite

Bitcoin’s decentralisation narrative is misleading. In reality, its market is easily manipulated by governments, corporations, and large investors:

1. Volatility as a Weapon

Price swings are exploited by institutional players, leaving retail investors at risk.

2. Centralised Mining Power

Mining is dominated by corporations, undermining the idea of decentralisation.

3. Government Control

Governments can regulate exchanges, seize wallets, and track transactions, eroding Bitcoin’s promise of freedom.

Gold: A Demand for Honesty

Gold requires accountability. Its physical presence can be audited, and its value is universally recognised:

1. Transparency

Gold reserves cannot be fabricated or obscured.

2. Equality

Gold is accessible to everyone, regardless of technology or infrastructure.

3. Stability

Gold’s price is less volatile, providing a reliable store of value for individuals and nations alike.

Astrology’s Wake-Up Call: Illusion vs. Reality

The astrology of 2025 challenges us to see through the illusions of speculative wealth:

1. Neptune in Aries

Burns away fantasies, exposing Bitcoin’s hidden costs and societal consequences.

2. Virgo-Pisces Nodes

Calls for balance between grounded, practical solutions (gold) and idealistic dreams (Bitcoin).

3. Eclipses in Pisces and Virgo

Highlight the need for clarity, accountability, and sustainable choices.

The Rise of Performative Authenticity

A deeper issue lies in the rise of performative authenticity—a surface-level display of values without the actions to back them up. People talk about “truth” and “equity,” but their behaviours often reflect convenience and conformity:

• Supporting speculative systems like Bitcoin because they promise financial gains.

• Championing decentralisation while relying on centralised platforms and corporations.

• Advocating for sustainability while endorsing energy-intensive practices.

This performative authenticity dilutes the very values it claims to represent, creating a culture where truth is a marketing tool rather than a lived practice.

What True Authenticity Looks Like

Genuine authenticity requires alignment between words, actions, and systems. It’s not enough to talk about truth and equity—we must actively support structures that embody these values:

1. Demand Transparency

Support transparent and accountable systems, assets, and technologies. Gold, for example, offers a tangible, verifiable alternative to speculative digital systems.

2. Focus on Accessibility

Authenticity means creating systems that serve everyone, not just the elite. Gold’s universal value and accessibility stand in stark contrast to Bitcoin’s exclusivity.

3. Prioritise Sustainability

Authenticity includes care for the Earth. Systems that consume resources recklessly—whether financial, environmental, or social—cannot claim to represent truth or progress.

The Final Wake-Up Call: Fast Money and the True Cost

Fast money is how we arrived at this precarious point in the first place. Bitcoin is another way to chase fast wealth disguised as revolution and decentralisation. But it lacks the honesty and equality it claims to stand for.

In reality, Bitcoin is another tool for governments and corporations to manipulate currency—just as they have with fiat systems. Nothing truly changes. A small group of people will make obscene profits while the majority continue to bear the burden of inequality, environmental destruction, and economic instability.

If we are serious about creating a fairer world, we must stop glorifying systems that perpetuate the same cycles of exploitation. Gold offers a grounded, honest alternative—one that aligns with the values of transparency, equity, and sustainability. The choice is clear: fast money or true progress?

By Delahrose

For more insights blending astrology, finance, and societal reflection, follow me - at delahrose.substack.com.

(Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor! I am painting pictures and laying down narratives of both sides.)