Bitcoin reached a new all-time high for the second consecutive day, with traders closely monitoring its push toward the $110,000 price level.
On Tuesday, the flagship bitcoin rose as high as 2.1% to reach $108,315; it then dropped to almost $106,000, where it started the morning. Though activity in the options market betting on higher prices shows that optimism among traders remains robust with an amazing gain of almost 150% year-to-date.
“We have seen buyers targeting $110k-$120k and $110k-$125k call spreads for January expiry, alongside adjustments of long strikes from $100k/$105k to above $120k,” said Arbelos Markets’ president, Shiliang Tang.
Less than two weeks ago, after President-elect Donald Trump revealed intentions to name Paul Atkins—a well-known bitcoin enthusiast—as chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Bitcoin’s explosive climb beyond $100,000 happened less than twice week. Token values have acquired pace since then because to growing institutional acceptance of cryptocurrencies and associated companies like MicroStrategy Inc.
Tang said, ” Recent developments including MicroStrategy’s inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 and its continuous Bitcoin purchases have funnelled major capital towards Bitcoin dominance.” “This has drawn more market inflow and helped Bitcoin to achieve record-breaking performance.”
Driven by hopes of a more crypto-friendly legislative climate, the larger crypto market has seen a notable increase since Trump’s election triumph. Given Trump’s expected inauguration date—next year—these favourable circumstances could last.
“The current price drivers include the U.S. election outcome, speculation about Bitcoin’s potential role as a strategic reserve asset by 2025 (though Polymarket estimates this at just a 27% likelihood), geopolitical uncertainty, and looser monetary policies, said James Butterfill, head of research at CoinShares. “These elements should help Bitcoin in the next year.”
Recent price fluctuations of Bitcoin are also influenced by macroeconomic events including the expected Wednesday interest rate decision.
Bitcoin seems to be entering a new phase of price discovery as these elements come together; traders and investors are closely monitoring the next significant development of the coin.
