$BTC Bitcoin's current price is around $103,971.86, with a slight increase of 0.74% over the past 24 hours not confirmed, however one source from Finnhub reported the closing price on May 15, 2025, as $102,264.62. Here are some key updates and news ¹ ²:
- *Market Performance*: Bitcoin's market capitalization is significant, influencing the overall cryptocurrency market. Recent data shows the global crypto market capitalization rose by 2% to $3.5 trillion.
- *Price Predictions*: Analysts predict Bitcoin could hit new highs before the end of May, driven by steady capital inflows and bullish technical data.
- *Adoption News*: Metaplanet has overtaken El Salvador in Bitcoin holdings after a $126 million purchase. Additionally, Oregon has passed a law recognizing Bitcoin as collateral.
- *Regulatory Updates*: Gibraltar has pioneered a crypto derivatives clearing framework, while Dubai now allows digital asset payments for government services via (link unavailable)
- *Other Developments*: Trump-backed American Bitcoin is going public via a merger with Gryphon, and My First Bitcoin has received a $1 million grant from #StartSmall.
Some notable price-related information includes ² ³:
- *Current Price*: $103,573.75 (according to BTCNews)
- *24-hour Change*: 0.89% increase
- *Market Cap*: $2.06 trillion
- *Trading Volume*: $27.84 billion
Keep an eye on these developments for potential impacts on Bitcoin's price and the broader cryptocurrency market.
