$BTC As of May 15, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $102,229, experiencing a slight dip after failing to break the $105,000 resistance level. Analysts suggest that if BTC continues its correction, it could retest the psychological support level at $100,000.
Despite this, the overall cryptocurrency market capitalization has surged to $3.38 trillion, with altcoins like Ether, XRP, and Solana showing stronger momentum. Investors are closely watching upcoming U.S. inflation data, which could influence the Federal Reserve's decisions on interest rates.
In other news, former President Donald Trump's venture into cryptocurrency has intensified concerns about conflicts of interest. He organized a contest rewarding top purchasers of his $TRUMP cryptocurrency coin with exclusive access to a private gala, raising ethical questions.