Bitcoin hits $19,000: Growing bubble or golden opportunity for Indians?

With a rise of over 1,400% this year to a level past $19,000, Bitcoin has caught the imagination of investors globally. But how safe is it to invest in the cryptocurrency? Here is all you need to know

Bitcoin has captured the imagination of investors across the globe, and the cryptocurrency has gained nearly 1,400% since the start of the year. The rally has dwarfed returns from other asset classes like equities, fixed income securities and real estate, even gold. In the first of a two-part BS Special series, Devangshu Datta explores whether this meteoric rise is here to stay and if you should invest in Bitcoin

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The incredible returns that Bitcoin has delivered in the past year have fuelled a lot of trading interest. But how easy is it for Indians to invest in cryptocurrencies