Bitcoin briefly reached $99,000 Thursday, driven by optimism about a potential trade deal between the U.S. and the UK. This surge followed hints from former President Trump about a significant agreement with a major partner. The price rise brings Bitcoin closer to the long-awaited $100,000 mark, with the largest cryptocurrency gaining nearly 3% on the day. Ether (ETH) also experienced strong gains, exceeding 8% to around $1,943. 📈 📈. However, some analysts express caution. The deal might be limited to a preliminary framework involving tariff adjustments, rather than a full trade agreement – potentially dampening market enthusiasm if it lacks impactful policy changes. 🧐 🤨