bitcoin-hits-record-high-of-$116,046;-surges-24%-this-year;-ethereum-rose-3%

Bitcoin surged to a new peak of $116,046.44 on Thursday, fueled by strong institutional demand and supportive crypto policies under the Trump administration. This rally marks a 24% increase for the cryptocurrency in 2025. Ethereum and altcoins like Solana, Dogecoin, and Cardano also experienced gains.