Nov 6, 2024
6thTrade
In a stunning rally during Asian trading hours, Bitcoin reached a historic peak, surpassing $75,000 as markets adjusted to the possibility of former President Donald Trump reclaiming the U.S. presidency. This massive surge, with BTCUSD climbing 7% to hit $75,060, topped the previous high set in March and marked a renewed wave of optimism for cryptocurrency investors.
The crypto world seems to believe a Trump win could bring a softer regulatory stance on digital assets. Trump, viewed as more crypto-friendly than his Democratic opponents, has garnered support in 15 states, while Kamala Harris claimed seven states plus Washington, D.C., according to projections from Edison Research. With the outcome still too close to call, Asian markets have already begun pricing in Trump’s potential victory, spurring significant market activity.
“Markets are anticipating a shift in attitude at the SEC, which could remove a critical choke point for crypto innovation and speculation,” noted Matthew Dibb, Chief Investment Officer at Astronaut Capital, a prominent cryptocurrency asset manager. Dibb explained that while a Democratic win might introduce more regulatory scrutiny in the short term, it’s not viewed as a long-term setback. Yet, the immediate market response reflects a clear preference for Republican leadership when it comes to fostering a crypto-friendly environment.
Meanwhile, Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, saw a notable rise of 7.5%, reaching $2,593. However, it still trails far behind its all-time high of $4,867 set in 2021. Despite this, Ethereum’s recent uptick signals renewed investor confidence in the broader crypto market, even as BTC remains the headline-grabber.
Crypto analysts and investors are keeping a close watch on the U.S. election developments, as the policy outlook could redefine the future of digital assets in the world’s largest economy. With the market rallying in response to election dynamics, this could be the beginning of a transformative period for the crypto industry.
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