$BTC highlights how Bitcoin (BTC) often moves independently from traditional financial markets. While stock indices like the S&P 500 or commodities like gold respond to economic data and central bank policies, Bitcoin’s price is influenced more by crypto-specific events, investor sentiment, and adoption trends. Sometimes, BTC follows the broader market in times of extreme fear or uncertainty, but it often diverges due to its decentralized nature and unique demand dynamics. This makes Bitcoin both a hedge and a high-risk asset. Comparing BTC vs markets shows how crypto challenges the norms of traditional finance and opens new opportunities for investors.