Bitcoin’s volatility offers a greater possibility of meaningful gains, while still only committing the same small, manageable sum. Over the past year, its price has more than quadrupled. Had I invested the same one percent of my retirement (full disclosure: I don’t currently hold any Bitcoin), it would have contributed much more to my portfolio. Thanks to Bitcoin’s volatility, as long as you don’t bet the ranch, there is still the possibility of making a real gain without too much loss.
