Bitcoin Surges Past $97K, Eyes $200K Amid Market Optimism

TL;DR
Bitcoin's price surged past $97,000, driven by increased volatility and optimism around regulatory changes following the U.S. presidential election. The rise has been fueled by new ETF listings and options trading, with analysts predicting further growth. BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF has surpassed its gold ETF in net assets, highlighting the shift in investor focus. Despite the rapid price increase, analysts suggest the market is not overheating, with Bitcoin's funding rate for perpetual contracts remaining stable.
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