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Why the Cryptocurrency Is Shattering Expectations—And What’s Next

As Bitcoin surges past $100,000 and dominates financial headlines, the frenzy around its price isn’t just hype—it’s a convergence of unprecedented catalysts. Here’s a deep dive into the forces fueling this rally and what experts predict for the rest of 2025.

1. The Trump Effect: Policy Shifts Ignite Optimism

Donald Trump’s return to the White House has been a game-changer. His pro-crypto agenda, including plans to replace SEC Chair Gary Gensler and establish a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve, has injected bullish sentiment into the market. Analysts argue that regulatory clarity under Trump could unlock institutional investments, with proposals like pooling seized criminal funds into Bitcoin reserves adding speculative fuel.

2. ETF Mania: Wall Street’s Stamp of Approval

The SEC’s 2024 approval of spot Bitcoin ETFsopened the floodgates for institutional money. BlackRock’s IBIT ETF alone holds $41 billion in assets, while total ETF inflows have surpassed $35 billion.

3. Halving Dynamics: Scarcity Meets Demand

April 2024’s halving cut Bitcoin’s supply growth by 50%, a historical precursor to bull markets. While the immediate post-halving surge was muted, analysts like Alex Thorn (Galaxy Digital) project a delayed rally, with prices potentially peaking in late 2025 as reduced supply collides with rising demand.

4. Bold Price Predictions: From $150K to $250K

- Standard Chartered: $200,000 by year-end, driven by pension funds and MicroStrategy’s aggressive BTC accumulation.

- Charles Hoskinson (Cardano Founder): $250,000 if tech giants like Apple and Tesla adopt stablecoins, accelerating mainstream adoption.

- Matrixport: $160,000, citing ETF demand and macroeconomic tailwinds.

- Nexo: A bullish outlier at $250,000, tied to Fed rate cuts and regulatory progress.

5. Technical Signals: Charts Point to Explosive Moves #Btc90+