**Global Markets Rally as Bitcoin Hits $68,000**
April 30, 2025
Bitcoin (BTC) soared past $68,000 today, gaining 4.2% in 24 hours, driven by optimism over potential U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts and institutional buying. Spot BTC ETFs recorded $300 million in inflows, per CoinMarketCap. The broader crypto market added $100 billion, with Ethereum up 3.8%.