Mark Cuban has sold approximately 80% of his Bitcoin holdings, citing disappointment in its performance as a safe-haven asset during the recent U.S.-Iran tensions. Cuban, who previously viewed Bitcoin as a superior store of value compared to gold, noted that while gold surged to $5,000, Bitcoin did not strengthen as expected, prompting his decision to sell. At the time of his remarks, Bitcoin was trading at around $77,500, significantly higher than pre-conflict levels but still below its October 2025 peak. The sale has sparked renewed debate over Bitcoin's role as a crisis asset. While Cuban's actions suggest skepticism, market data indicates Bitcoin has recorded gains since the conflict began, contrasting with gold's initial spike and subsequent decline to $4,500. This divergence has led to a reevaluation of Bitcoin's "digital gold" narrative, highlighting its volatility and sensitivity to macroeconomic factors rather than immediate safe-haven status.