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đ #BTCvsMarkets : Bitcoin Surpasses Google to Become the 5th Largest Global Asset đ
In a landmark achievement, Bitcoin has overtaken Alphabet (Google) to become the worldâs fifth-largest asset by market capitalization. As of April 23, Bitcoinâs market cap reached $1.87 trillion, slightly surpassing Alphabetâs $1.859 trillion valuation. ďżź
This surge is attributed to a 12% weekly price increase, with Bitcoin trading above $94,000. Factors contributing to this rise include easing U.S.âChina trade tensions and a broader tech rally. ďżź ďżź
Bitcoinâs ascent reflects its growing acceptance as a hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty, often referred to as âdigital gold.â The cryptocurrency has also decoupled from traditional tech stocks, outperforming the Nasdaq 100âs 4.5% return in April with a 15% gain. ďżź ďżź
Now trailing only gold, Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia, Bitcoinâs position underscores its increasing influence in the global financial landscape. ďżź
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor Bitcoinâs trajectory in the evolving market dynamics.