Bitcoin (BTC) drops to 13th largest asset as capital flees to AI and precious metals

Bitcoin has fallen to the 13th largest global asset as investors shift capital toward precious metals and AI-driven semiconductor stocks. The cryptocurrency has seen a significant decline in market value throughout 2026, while gold, silver, and tech giants like TSMC and Micron have experienced substantial growth.
Why it matters
This shift highlights a broader market rotation away from speculative digital assets toward traditional safe havens and high-growth AI infrastructure amid economic uncertainty.
Bitcoin (BTC) drops to 13th largest asset as capital flees to AI and precious metals
The article reports on market data and financial trends without using loaded language or taking a stance on the assets mentioned.
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