Bitcoin breaks barriers: surpasses $96,000 in May 2025
Bitcoin continues its unstoppable rise and surpasses USD $96,000, driven by strong institutional demand and renewed political interest in the U.S. The executive order from President Trump, which establishes a strategic reserve of Bitcoin, has set a historic precedent and reinforced confidence in BTC as a reserve asset.
Additionally, cities like Roswell are adopting Bitcoin to diversify their public finances. On a technical level, the network remains robust, with steady growth in the use of the Lightning Network, although an adjustment in mining difficulty is expected.
Experts like Peter Brandt project prices of up to $150,000 this very year if the parabolic trend continues. In Latin America, El Salvador continues to lead in state adoption, while Europe pays tribute to Satoshi Nakamoto.
Bitcoin is not just a financial asset: it is consolidating as a global geopolitical and economic pillar
