Bitcoin alcanzó un máximo histórico de 104.000 dólares, un 130% más este año, tras el anuncio del presidente electo Trump de Paul Atkins como jefe de la Comisión de Valores de Estados Unidos y su compromiso con las políticas favorables a las criptomonedas.

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Bitcoin, the prominent cryptocurrency, has surpassed a significant milestone by reaching an all-time high of $104,000. This marks a substantial increase of 130% within the year. The surge follows President-elect Trump's announcement of Paul Atkins as the head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Atkins, who is perceived as favorable towards cryptocurrencies compared to the current SEC chair, Gary Gensler, has sparked optimism among cryptocurrency enthusiasts, contributing to the rise in Bitcoin's value.

Known for his previous stint as an SEC commissioner, Atkins is expected to take a more supportive stance on cryptocurrencies, which stands in contrast to Gensler's more cautious approach due to the volatile nature of the market. While President-elect Trump has recently aligned himself with the cryptocurrency sector—having participated as a speaker at Bitcoin 2024, founded a crypto-focused company, and mingled with crypto advocates like Elon Musk—he lacks direct influence over cryptocurrencies. Nevertheless, his administration's crypto-friendly outlook has contributed to the excitement around Bitcoin's recent milestone.

Despite Bitcoin's impressive climb, the cryptocurrency remains notably volatile. Historical fluctuations, such as a 75% price drop following the collapse of FTX, highlight the inherent unpredictability in this market. While some commentators express skepticism, supporters remain optimistic, with one prominent advocate suggesting a potential rise to one million dollars. For now, Bitcoin's current peak remains a significant mark in the cryptocurrency landscape.



El bitcoin supera por primera vez los 100.000 dólares

Bitcoin es una criptomoneda y la criptomoneda es muy volátil. Obviamente está teniendo un momento salvaje, montando tan alto después de la reelección del presidente Trump. Pero como has mencionado, cruzar esa marca de 100.000 dólares, son 100.000 dólares por Bitcoin. Es algo que hemos estado observando durante semanas y sucedió ayer después de que el Presidente Electo Trump anunció su elección de presidente de la SEC, Paul Atkins. Y este es un caballero que es actualmente comisionado de la SEC, por lo que tiene algo de experiencia. Y es conocido por ser un partidario de la criptomoneda, de Bitcoin. Así que se espera que tenga un poco de un toque más ligero en lo que respecta a la criptomoneda en comparación con el actual presidente de la SEC, Gary Gensler, que ha sido un poco más de mano dura y ha sido muy abierto acerca de una especie de detener la expansión de la criptomoneda en los EE.UU. debido a su volatilidad. Pero como usted mencionó, el presidente electo Trump realmente no era inicialmente un partidario de cryptocurrency. Dio un giro de 180 grados en los meses previos a su reelección. Fue el orador principal en Bitcoin 2024. Fundó una empresa, World Liberty Financial, con su familia, una empresa de criptomoneda, y se rodeó de aficionados a la criptomoneda, sobre todo Elon Musk. Incluso está pensando en nombrar un zar de las criptomonedas. Sería el primero de este tipo en cualquier administración presidencial. Pero en última instancia, el presidente no tiene ningún poder sobre cryptocurrency ahora mismo. Es sólo que a los partidarios les está gustando lo que están escuchando de él y sus elecciones en su administración. Y es por eso que usted está viendo este aumento en cryptocurrency, específicamente en Bitcoin derecho ahora, Erica. De acuerdo. Y como has mencionado, les está gustando esto como un hito. El hecho de que ayer superara los ciento tres mil, es un gran salto. ¿Se sabe hasta qué punto es sostenible esta subida? No la hay debido a su volatilidad. En un momento vimos en el transcurso de un año, sobre todo alrededor de la época en que FTX se derrumbó, una caída del 75 por ciento en el precio de Bitcoin. Así que es extremadamente volátil. Tienes gente como Jerome Powell llamándolo un activo especulativo. Usted tiene Jamie Dimon, jefe de JP Morgan, diciendo que no se involucraría, ni lo haría recomendaría al gobierno federal involucrarse. Pero hay algunos partidarios que creen que esto puede llegar hasta el final. Sólo un conocido partidario cripto tuiteando después de los cien cien mil dólares hito diciendo, si te gusta Bitcoin a cien mil dólares, vas a amarlo a un millón de dólares. Este es el CEO de Professional Capital Management y partidario de la criptomoneda. Un millón, Erica. No estoy seguro. Creo que todo el mundo que posee Bitcoin está absolutamente rezando por eso. Pero cien mil dólares es donde está sentado en este momento. Ciertamente tiene un largo camino por recorrer antes de llegar al millón de dólares. Sí.

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