$Bitcoin has just broken into uncharted territory, reaching a historic all-time high of $125,646, pushing the total cryptocurrency market capitalization to $4.26 trillions. This milestone comes as institutional capital flows back into Bitcoin ETFs, with nearly $1 billion in daily inflows, demonstrating strong market confidence.
Bitcoin price in USD over the past week - TradingView
This surge coincides with the start of “Uptober”, a month historically known for bullish reversals and renewed optimism in the crypto space.
Altcoins are following in Bitcoin’s footsteps with strong weekly gains. $Ethereum is up nearly 15%, trading around $4,600, while $BNB has surged over 21%, and $Solana has soared 17% in the same period. $XRP, $Cardano, and even new tokens like Hyperliquid ($HYPE) are also showing strong momentum—indicating that market participation is not limited to Bitcoin alone.
Total cryptocurrency market capitalization over the past week - TradingView
Several key factors have driven $BTC’s breakout:
Together, these factors are propelling Bitcoin into a new stage of adoption and market maturity.
Beyond technical factors, macro uncertainty is also enhancing Bitcoin’s appeal. Heightened tensions in the Middle East, a weakening US dollar, and concerns over another US government shutdown are prompting investors to turn to “hard assets.” Bitcoin, often referred to as digital gold, is once again proving its resilience as a hedge against instability.
After breaking through $125,000, analysts are eyeing the next key resistance between $135,000 and $140,000. If momentum continues during Uptober, Bitcoin could enter a price discovery phase, with targets set for the $150K region by the end of Q4 2025.
Nevertheless, traders warn that if ETF inflows slow or profit-taking accelerates, a correction could occur—a period of consolidation around $120K–$125K would be a healthy move before the next leg up.