Bitcoin Soars: Trump's Crypto Push Drives Market High

Bitcoin is approaching $90, 000, a new record high, as the crypto market surges beyond its pandemic peak. This surge comes after President-elect Donald Trump vowed to ease crypto regulations and strengthen US mining. The largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, has jumped 32% since the election, trading around $88, 745. The crypto market value is now over $3 trillion, showing increased investor interest.Investors are eagerly betting on Bitcoin hitting $100, 000 by the end of the year, with record open interest in futures. Companies like MicroStrategy bought over 27, 000 Bitcoin, boosting their shares. Despite questions about Trump's agenda, the crypto market is thriving. Traders are not worried about immediate policy changes, illustrated by Dogecoin's price doubling. Bitcoin's rise in 2024 is over 110%, driven by ETF demand and Fed rate cuts. Analysts warn a price correction might be natural after such a steep increase. Trump's change in stance on crypto, from skepticism to support, has made Bitcoin a "Trump trade, " along with US stocks and the dollar.