Arthur Hayes Highlights Fiat Liquidity as Key Bitcoin Price Driver

Arthur Hayes, speaking at the Consensus 2026 conference, emphasized that fiat liquidity is the primary factor influencing Bitcoin's price, rather than regulatory support. According to NS3.AI, Hayes pointed out that Bitcoin has declined by approximately 25% over the past 18 months, despite favorable regulatory developments. He also stressed the importance of technological reliability, arguing that Bitcoin would lose its original significance if it became a standard asset on bank balance sheets.