**Bitcoin Surges as MicroStrategy Boosts Holdings**

Bitcoin saw a significant price jump on Dec. 2, following a hefty purchase by MicroStrategy. The business intelligence firm added nearly $1.5 billion worth of BTC to its reserves, sparking a $2,000 increase in Bitcoin's value within just a couple of hours. This move, confirmed by CEO Michael Saylor, highlights MicroStrategy's ongoing investment streak, now totaling $13.5 billion for 149,900 BTC.

Market watchers are buzzing about a potential Bitcoin breakthrough past $100,000, especially with Microsoft's upcoming shareholder vote on adding BTC to its balance sheet. Traders remain optimistic, eyeing the $100k milestone.