Il Bitcoin hits new records. The most famous cryptocurrency has updated its historical highs exceeding 122.000 dollars (over 104.000 euros), reaching altitude dollars 122.600A symbolic milestone that confirms the bullish momentum of the leading digital currency, supported by several factors including the trade escalation triggered by Donald Trump, record inflows into dedicated ETFs, and a growing perception of its maturity as an investment asset.
But it's not just Bitcoin that shines, it's the entire crypto sector moves in synca. Ethereum earns more than 2,3 %, bringing himself back above the dollars 3.030, while Dogecoin, Cardano, BNB Faucet e Solana record increases between 1,8% and 4,2%.
Secondo JoshGilbert, market analyst for eToro, “the combination of record inflows into exchange-traded funds and a favorable macro backdrop is fueling a monumental rise.” Bitcoin, he explains, reflects not only the growth in demand, but also its transformation into a long-term instrument, with characteristics of an alternative store of value, thanks to its fixed offering and decentralized structure.
Tariffs and the Genius Act: It's Crypto Week in the US
Cryptocurrency surge comes in a crucial moment for the US economy. The announcement of new unilateral tariffs by Donald Trump It has reignited uncertainty in traditional markets, generating turbulence in global trade. But while the stock markets are suffering, the crypto sector is strengthening, confirming itself as a potential asset for some investors. a decorrelated alternative to the assets most sensitive to geopolitical dynamics.
However, it is not just the tariffs that are weighing on the United States. What has already been dubbed “crypto week” punctuated by crucial political events. After approval by the Senate in mid-June, now is the decisive moment for the conversion into law of the Genius Act, the first federal provision entirely dedicated to the regulation of stablecoin, cryptocurrencies pegged to traditional currencies such as the dollar or the euro, designed to offer greater stability than Bitcoin or other highly volatile tokens.
Il Genius Act aims to provide a clear and stable regulatory framework, creating the conditions for broader integration of cryptocurrencies into regulated finance. The goal is to reassure both institutional investors and small savers, making the sector more predictable and credible in the eyes of traditional finance. there is no shortage of doubts. Second for example Sergi Basco, economist at the University of Barcelona, the bill, if not properly calibrated, may have systemic side effects, recalling what happened in 2022 with the collapse of the stablecoin Terra, which triggered a wave of sales and burned about 500 billion dollars within hours on the international crypto markets.
Bitcoin is moving towards increasingly institutional adoption.
Beyond short-term speculation, Bitcoin's growth is increasingly being read as a sign of convergence with traditional financeWhile the share of retail investors remains limited today, many analysts believe that the potential for institutional expansion remains largely unexplored.
For Gilbert, Bitcoin represents a “must-have” in modern wallets, especially in an environment marked by expansionary monetary policies and structural inflation. "The improving regulatory framework and the interest of large investors make further allocation almost inevitable during 2025," he observes. This trend could push prices even higher, although it requires great caution and awareness of the risks.
The unknown factor of volatility remains
Despite the new records, Volatility remains a constant in the crypto worldPrice dynamics are influenced by often unpredictable factors: geopolitics, regulatory decisions, speculative dynamics. This is what fuels both the allure and fears of the sector.
Bitcoin continues to be a thermometer of confidence Towards digital currencies, but it remains a young asset, subject to strong fluctuations and with a still-evolving regulatory landscape. The path to full integration into global finance appears clear, but it is far from free of obstacles.
