Digital Cryptocurrency Bitcoin Surpassing Tech Giant Alphabet's Market Cap Following Recent Record High
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, is gearing up for a significant milestone, as predictions from various experts suggest it could reach or even surpass $130,000 by August 2025.
This bullish outlook is primarily driven by institutional investments, favourable regulations, and expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. In fact, Bitcoin recently hit an all-time high around $124,500 in mid-August 2025, but a temporary pullback brought the price back near $112,500.
Despite these short-term fluctuations, the long-term uptrend remains intact. Many experts anticipate consolidation near $112,500 before another move higher toward $130,000. Some technical analysts even believe that as long as Bitcoin stays above $116,000, a move to $130,000 is likely.
Predictions for September 2025 indicate potential for Bitcoin to reach around $131,700 or higher, supporting the expectation of hitting $130,000 in late August or early September. Top forecasters like Mike Novogratz and Peter Brandt have bullish targets ranging from $130,000 up to $200,000 for 2025 overall.
In comparison to gold, Bitcoin's current bullish momentum and institutional interest suggest it is widely expected to outperform gold in the near term as a store of value and speculative asset. This view is supported by market sentiment favouring Bitcoin’s upside amid macroeconomic conditions that challenge gold’s traditional safe-haven status.
As of now, Bitcoin is the fifth most valuable asset by market capitalization, having surpassed Alphabet, the parent company of search giant Google. To surpass Apple's market cap, the price of Bitcoin would need to soar to roughly $175,000.
While the consensus is optimistic, it's important to note that short-term volatility and market corrections remain risks to watch. As always, investors are advised to do their own research and consider their risk tolerance before making any investment decisions.
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- Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, could potentially follow Bitcoin's price trajectory, given its strong correlation with Bitcoin and the positive sentiment in the crypto market. [Crypto News]
- While Bitcoin is currently the fifth most valuable asset by market cap, surpassing Alphabet, some experts believe that Ethereum has the potential to become the very first cryptocurrency to surpass Apple in market cap if its price continues to rise significantly. [Crypto News, Market Cap]
- Interestingly, some sports organizations have started accepting Bitcoin as a means of payment for tickets, merchandise, and other services, signaling a growing intersection between sports and the crypto market. [Crypto News, Sports]
