Bitcoin Breaks $100K Barrier, Spark a Potential Shift in Crypto Markets

Bitcoin has surged past the $100,000 mark, registering a 2.2% increase to trade at $103,573. This surge, observed across major digital currencies like XRP, Solana, and Ethereum, has been attributed to cautious optimism driven by institutional investors rather than retail enthusiasm. Experts remain cautiously optimistic about the future of crypto markets as they anticipate sustained growth due to this new momentum, although a shift towards greater retail participation could lead to a market correction. However, the lack of retail frenzy is contributing to stability in the short term.