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The rise of Bitcoin: factors and prospects
Bitcoin, the most well-known cryptocurrency in the world, has recently reached new all-time highs, exceeding 73,000 dollars for the first time since March. This 3% increase is the result of a combination of technical factors and growing demand, which has brought the value of the cryptocurrency to close to a record of 73,700 dollars. With a market capitalization of around 1,450 billion dollars, Bitcoin is ranked as the tenth most valuable asset in the
world.
The role of the American elections and the institutional interest
The presidential elections in the United States, scheduled for November 5, are considered a key catalyst for the price of Bitcoin. On the one hand, we have Donald Trump, former president and Republican candidate, who has shown a strong interest in the cryptocurrency industry, while on the other hand, Kamala Harris, vice president and Democratic candidate, has maintained a more cautious position. This contrast has generated a ‘sympathy effect’ among crypto investors, contributing to the rise
in prices.
Technological innovations: the case of Stacks
Another factor affecting the market is the upgrade of Stacks, a scalability solution for Bitcoin. This update, called ‘Nakamoto’, has significantly improved network speed and security, making the system more resistant to manipulation. With the introduction of this Layer 2 platform, transactions on the Bitcoin network have increased 120 times, paving the way for new decentralized applications (dApps) and greater user engagement
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The future of Bitcoin in the DeFi context
With the Stacks upgrade, Bitcoin is becoming a productive asset, allowing the implementation of applications such as decentralized loans and BTC-backed stablecoins. Although there are currently less than 5,000 active users on the platform, forecasts indicate a significant increase in engagement and the attraction of new investors, thanks also to collaborations with important players in the sector such as BitGo and Grayscale. As Bitcoin becomes more accessible for DeFi applications, its influence in the decentralized financial landscape is set to expand.
