Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin Approaches Its "Gold 2025 Moment" as Institutional Interest Matches Bullion’s Surge

Bitcoin’s price movement is once again in the spotlight, as both analysts and major institutions increasingly view the cryptocurrency as a key winner in the ongoing global asset reallocation. With forecasts ranging from $130,000 up to $2 million and leading financial firms weaving crypto into mainstream finance, discussions about Bitcoin’s future worth are growing more heated.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. plans to let its institutional clients use

and as collateral for loans by the end of 2025, signaling a major change in how traditional finance approaches digital currencies, according to a . By securing crypto assets with third-party custodians, this approach recognizes Bitcoin and Ethereum as legitimate balance sheet items, giving clients access to liquidity without needing to sell. The report notes that this step is part of a wider trend, with more than 70% of institutional investors now considering crypto a credible asset class.

Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise Asset Management, believes Bitcoin could follow gold’s 2025 surge if short-term selling pressure eases and institutional interest takes the lead, according to an

. Gold’s market value jumped 57% in 2025, fueled by central bank buying, while Bitcoin has trailed despite robust ETF investments. Hougan attributes this lag to ongoing profit-taking by investors sensitive to price swings, but he predicts a “Gold 2025 moment” for Bitcoin once sellers are out of the market.

Elsewhere, prominent industry voices are making ambitious forecasts. BitMine Chairman Tom Lee projects Bitcoin could climb to $1.6–$2 million if it reaches gold’s total market capitalization, as reported by

, while MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor envisions Bitcoin hitting $21 million per coin within 21 years. Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego has also joined the chorus, predicting a $1.5 million price for Bitcoin by 2025 in , citing its limited supply and inflation-resistant qualities.

From a technical perspective, indicators suggest further upside potential. The 8-hour Bitcoin chart reveals a Wyckoff reaccumulation pattern, with price consolidating between $105,000 and $115,000, hinting at a possible upward breakout, according to

. Unfilled price gaps at $92,000 and $116,000 in CME futures also point to possible targets. Moreover, Bitcoin’s MVRV ratio dropping below its 365-day average has historically marked market bottoms, reinforcing a bullish outlook.

Bitcoin’s potential for further gains is tied to capital moving from gold and other assets. Bitwise estimates that a mere 3–4% shift from gold to Bitcoin could drive BTC above $240,000, while VALR’s Farzam Ehsani notes that macro events—such as lower U.S. CPI numbers or easing trade tensions—could speed up this transition.

analysts also point to Bitcoin’s current undervaluation compared to gold as a catalyst, projecting a price of $165,000, according to a .

Despite the bullish sentiment, critics warn of ongoing risks. Bitcoin’s price swings remain a major concern, and JPMorgan’s collateral program is limited to institutions, so retail investors won’t see immediate liquidity benefits, as detailed in

. Recent weeks have seen $243.9 million flow out of Ethereum ETFs, while Bitcoin ETFs attracted $446 million, according to , highlighting Bitcoin’s status as a preferred safe-haven. Still, Ethereum’s growing role in staking and derivatives could enhance its attractiveness, as noted in .

As the crypto sector adapts to evolving regulations and economic conditions, Bitcoin’s reputation as a store of value continues to strengthen. Whether it can surpass $160,000 or more will depend on ongoing institutional participation, macroeconomic developments, and how short-term volatility is managed.

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