As markets question U.S. exceptionalism, bitcoin starts to shine

As markets question U.S. exceptionalism, bitcoin starts to shine

The world’s top and original cryptocurrency is now a whisker away from the $100,000 mark

Cryptocurrency has grown by more than 30% in the last month. ...

Bitcoin Approaches $100,000 Amid Institutional Momentum And Economic Uncertainty - FinanceFeeds

Bitcoin (BTC) is trading just shy of the $100,000 mark as of May 8, 2025, marking a sharp rebound from its April lows near $74,000. The world’s largest cryptocurrency has gained nearly 30% over the past month, driven by a combination of macroeconomic uncertainty, institutional adoption, and bullish technical indicators. Currently priced around $99,692, Bitcoin has posted a 2.7% gain in the past 24 hours, with intraday trading ranging between $95…

The largest cryptocurrency rose 5% in the past 24 hours, amid reports of easing trade tensions between the US and China and following Donald Trump's announcement of a first trade agreement, which is expected to be with the UK. Ether also strengthened and traded at $1,943.

Donald Trump’s commercial announcements leave the Federal Reserve in the background. Bitcoin’s quote accelerates its rise to the edge of $100,000, an unprecedented barrier since February, after rising 33% in the last month. Read