As Bitcoin's "digital gold" attribute becomes more prominent against the backdrop of the trade - war escalation, in the next week, the relationship between the gold market and the Bitcoin market in terms of capital flow is likely to be complex. On one hand, as both gold and Bitcoin are considered safe - haven assets during times of economic uncertainty, an increase in trade - war - related tensions may lead to an influx of funds into both markets. Some investors who traditionally invest in gold may also start to allocate a portion of their funds to Bitcoin, seeing it as a new - age safe - haven asset.