Bitcoin Outpaces Silver, Becoming the 8th Largest Asset in the World

To say the least, it has been one hell of a week for Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market as a whole.

After Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential elections in the USA, and the Federal Reserve’s decision to lower interest rates by 0.25 bps, the crypto market has been on a tear.

Bitcoin just surged to $88,000 – a remarkable achievement, considering last year’s lows in the crypto market.

At the time of writing, Bitcoin has officially surpassed silver’s market cap with its $1.736 trillion, according to the latest data from CompaniesMarketCap.

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Years ago Bitcoin predictions in the range of $100,000 and above were considered extremely optimistic and even unrealistic, but after these past few days this mark seems closer than ever.

Bitcoin is up 11% for the day and over 30% in the past 7 days. The cryptocurrency market is currently valuated at $2.94 trillion after an incredible 12% surge in the past 24 hours.

Alexander Stefanov

With over 8 years of experience in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, Alexander is a seasoned content creator and market analyst dedicated to making digital assets more accessible and understandable. He specializes in breaking down complex crypto trends, analyzing market movements, and producing insightful content aimed at educating both newcomers and seasoned investors. Alexander has built a reputation for delivering timely and accurate analysis, while keeping a close eye on regulatory developments, emerging technologies, and macroeconomic trends that shape the future of digital finance. His work is rooted in a passion for innovation and a firm belief that widespread education is key to accelerating global crypto adoption.