Bitcoin Surpasses $79,000 as Cryptocurrency Rally Gains Momentum; Circle, Coinbase, and Strategy Lead the Charge
On Wednesday, the price of Bitcoin exceeded $79,000, reaching its highest level since early February, as a highly anticipated breakout attempt gained significant traction. Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin's value increased by 4.5%, leading to a rise in major altcoins such as ether, BNB, Solana, and XRP. The CoinDesk 20 Index, which tracks the performance of the broader cryptocurrency market, advan…
April 22, 2026, 3:32 p.m.