May 22, 2025 – Bitcoin (BTC) has surged to a historic peak, breaching the USD $111,000 mark for the first time ever. As of publication time, the world’s leading cryptocurrency was trading above USD $110K, capping off a remarkable rally fueled by institutional inflows, regulatory optimism, and macroeconomic tailwinds .
A Rollercoaster Journey
Bitcoin’s path to this milestone has been anything but smooth. Just two months ago, in April, BTC plunged to USD $76,273 amid global macroeconomic concerns, including fears of rising U.S. interest rates and trade tensions . The market saw extreme volatility, with liquidations exceeding USD $1 billion during a brutal sell-off in early May, pushing prices down briefly before a swift recovery .
However, the tide turned as softening U.S. inflation data, easing U.S.-China trade tensions, and growing corporate adoption reignited bullish sentiment. Since April’s lows, Bitcoin has skyrocketed over 43%, with May alone contributing a 15% surge.
Key Drivers Behind the Rally
1. Institutional Demand – U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen USD $6.4 billion in net inflows over the past month, with total ETF assets surpassing USD $122 billion—a clear signal of deepening institutional participation.
2. Corporate Treasuries – Public companies now hold 15% of Bitcoin’s total supply, worth USD $349 billion, with firms like MicroStrategy and healthcare company Semler Scientific doubling down on BTC purchases .
3. Regulatory Progress – The U.S. Senate advanced a stable coin regulatory framework, while President Trump aims to sign crypto legislation by August, boosting market confidence .
Singapore’s Perspective
Back home, Singapore’s investors have closely been tracking Bitcoin’s volatility. There is growing cautious optimism that while short-term swings remain, BTC’s long-term appeal as a hedge against inflation and the US dollar weakness, will continues to attract institutional and retail interest alike .
What’s Next?
With Bitcoin now the fifth-largest asset by market cap, surpassing giants like Amazon and Google, experts debate whether the rally will sustain. Some predict further gains, citing Bitcoin’s post-halving supply shock, while others caution of potential pullbacks .
For now, the crypto market celebrates a historic moment—proof of Bitcoin’s resilience amid its wild, unpredictable ride.
Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story. 🚀
