Bitcoin Smashes All-Time High as JPMorgan and Hedge Funds Rush In

According to the latest crypto market status, Bitcoin’s all-time high has reached $111,878, soaring past expectations highlighted by top analysts. Strong ETF inflows and rising institutional interest continue to drive the price upward.

Like previous rallies, which small investors led, this surge was driven by large companies and financial giants. According to CoinGecko, more and more people are now seeing Bitcoin as more than just a gamble; they now see it as an important part of their long-term investment plans.

Wall Street’s Crypto Turn Spurs Fresh Demand

This time, big institutions are the driving force. Analysts and crypto executives say that Bitcoin’s all-time high is largely because of major firms such as JPMorgan Chase and Treasury-heavy companies that invest heavily in Bitcoin.

Jeff Mei, COO at BTSE, said that Bitcoin’s rise is completely linked to growing interest from big investors. He also added that this is not just some random price movement.

However there is a real change in how money is being invested, and ETF inflow is playing an important role. In this month alone, ETF inflows have reached over $3.6 billion.

Bitcoin Rewrites Price History on Institutional Backing

Bitcoin recently hit a high of $111,878 before it settled around $111,368; in just one day, it rose by 3.5%. This string rise shows that the market is driven by big investors and not just everyday traders.

Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget Research, says this milestone is more than just a record. It shows a bigger change in how Bitcoin is seen.

Lee said that this is about planning for the long run. He also added that Big banks and hedge funds are buying a lot of Bitcoin. The ETF inflow keeps hitting new records, showing that this rally is not just temporary. 

Lew pointed out that ETF inflow has been consistent over the last 10 days, adding up to $2.2 billion. He said this shows Bitcoin is seen more as a strategic reserve asset and less like a volatile experiment.

Technical Charts and Sentiment Signal More Upside

Many experts thought Bitcoin’s price would stay steady, but it surprised them by rising instead. Bitcoin is currently trading around $110,965.47. Lots of traders on Deribit are buying options to bet on Bitcoin, reaching $110,000, $120,000, and even $300,000; this shows that they expect the price to keep on rising.

CEO of Mudrex, Edul Patel, said that there is real confidence that Bitcoin could reach $180,000 by the end of the year. He says this is because there is limited new supply after the halving, the overall market conditions are better, and there is a strong ETF inflow.

Patel emphasised that Bitcoin’s all-time high happened because the market is changing. Every day, investors are not in charge now big institutions are.

Broader Market Reacts as Capital Rushes Into Crypto

Bitcoin wasn’t the only one which was rising. Ethereum went up 1.8% to $2,634 and other major Altcoins like Avalanche and Cardano gained more than 4%. 

These price movements came from growing confidence thanks to clearer rules. The recent U.S. Stablecoin bill has helped make crypto more trustworthy and caused more ETF inflow. Michael Saylor’s firm, which now holds over $50 billion in Bitcoin, is also seen as boosting market confidence.

Analysts say Saylor’s decision shows a wider belief that Bitcoin will continue to work as a protection against economic uncertainty and falling currency values, particularly after the halving event.

Conclusion

Bitcoin’s rise to a Bitcoin all-time high shows that it is becoming a strong player in global finance, and now it is not just a trading asset. Steady ETF inflow and growing interest from big investors indicate long-term growth. Though there are predictions like $180,000, the market is still facing risks. But bitcoin is clearly entering a new phase with rising trading volumes and strong ETF inflow.

FAQs

1. What is Bitcoin’s new all-time high?

Bitcoin recently, on May 22, reached a new all-time high of $111,878.

2. What was the previous all-time high?

Earlier in January 2025, BTC achievedan  all-time high at $109,114.88

3. Who is investing in Bitcoin now?

Major banks and financial firms like JPMorgan Chase are now investing in Bitcoin.

4. How much ETF inflow has there been recently?

Over $3.6 billion in ETF inflows happened this month, with $2.2 billion in the last 10 days alone.

5. Could Bitcoin reach $120K soon?

Analysts say it’s possible if ETF inflows and institutional interest continue.

Glossary

Bitcoin Pizza Day- Celebrated every year on May 22 to remember the first time Bitcoin was used in the real world

Strategic Reserve Asset- An asset kept for long-term safety and value, Bitcoin is seen in the same way by some.

Market Rally- A fast and strong rise in asset prices over a short period

Hedge Fund- A private group of investors that use different strategies to make profits,

All-Time High- The highest price an asset like Bitcoin has ever reached in its history.

Sources

Coin Desk 

Economic Times