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Bitcoin has spread a lot of happiness among crypto enthusiasts lately by peaking at $77,000. This journey has been crazy and so are the future predictions by many experts. CEO of VanECK, Jan Van ECK recently shared his views during a video interview with CNBC. He thinks Bitcoin will reach half of the market cap of Gold and that will be around $300k. How realistic is this idea, let’s find out.

Bitcoin’s Strong Performance Despite Volatility

Recently, Bitcoin hit a new all time high, peaking at $77K before settling down a bit at around $76K. This shows Bitcoin’s typical rollercoaster ride. It’s not all smooth sailing, but the price is trending up, which keeps people excited. Many investors are watching the market closely, especially since Bitcoin continues to set new records, even though its value can change quickly.

The Rise of Bitcoin ETFs and Growing Support

Bitcoin ETFs have played a very crucial role in boosting investors’ interest in Bitcoin. VanEck shared that more individual investors are jumping into the largest crypto through ETFs. This is because the Exchange Traded Funds make it easier for them to invest in crypto without directly owning it. The spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen a surge in inflows following Trump’s victory in the US election.

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What’s Next for Bitcoin? Will It Keep Rising?

Even with all the excitement around Bitcoin, there are still skeptics. Some, like economist Peter Schiff, don’t think Bitcoin will ever fully replace gold. But many others, including some big players like BlackRock, are betting that Bitcoin will continue to grow in popularity. BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, has been performing better than its gold ETF recently, suggesting that more investors are backing Bitcoin over traditional assets.

As Bitcoin and blockchain technology continue to evolve, it seems clear that its influence is only going to grow, even if it’s still a bit unpredictable. The future of Bitcoin looks bright, but how high it will go—well, that’s still up for debate.