Bitcoin outperforming both Gold and S&P 500 in 2026 stays a long shot

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    "Bitcoin holding below $80,000 while equities rise is consistent with the low Polymarket odds; trading volume on this contract surged 222x day over day, reflecting fresh engagement with the underperformance narrative.",
    "The companion Polymarket contract on Bitcoin outperforming Gold alone (CM-EVT-TKKW1QZRK9) sits at 46%, implying equities are the bigger hurdle for crypto in 2026.",
    "Resolves via Polymarket's UMA oracle using year-end 2026 price comparisons across the three assets."
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